Grilled Game Hens with Blood Orange and Rosemary

Ingredients and Weight:

• 4 (1-1/2 pound) Cornish game hens
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup blood orange juice
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup diced onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

1 hour

Difficulty Level:

2

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, blood orange juice, rosemary, oregano, salt, and pepper.
3. Add the game hens to the marinade and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
4. Remove the game hens from the marinade and discard the marinade.
5. Grill the game hens over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until cooked through, about 1 hour.
6. Let the game hens rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving.

Nutritional Information:

(per serving)

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 grams
• Fat: 15 grams
• Carbohydrates: 20 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Juicy and flavorful grilled game hens
• Tangy and aromatic blood orange and rosemary marinade
• Crisp and golden-brown skin

User Comments:

• "The game hens were perfectly cooked and the marinade was delicious."
• "The blood orange and rosemary added a unique and elegant flavor."
• "This dish is sure to impress your guests."
• "I highly recommend this recipe for a special occasion."
• "The game hens were easy to grill and the prep time was minimal."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the game hens are cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F.
• If you don't have blood orange juice, you can substitute regular orange juice.
• To make the dish ahead of time, marinate the game hens for up to 24 hours.