Pair-o-Normal Game Hens with “Break on Through to the Other Side” of Mango Salsa
Mango salsa:
2 C. diced peeled mango
1/2 C. thinly sliced green onions
1/2 C. diced red bell pepper
1/4 C. fresh lime juice
2 tsp. minced seeded jalapeño pepper
2 tsp. chopped fresh basil
2 tsp. chopped fresh mint
2 tsp. grated orange rind
Deviled seasoning paste:
1 T. Dijon mustard
1 T. honey
1 tsp. curry powder
1 tsp. dried oregano
1 tsp. grated orange rind
1 tsp. olive oil
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. ground red pepper
1/8 tsp. black pepper
2 (1 1/4-lb.) Cornish hens
Preheat oven to 425°. To prepare mango salsa, combine first 8 ingredients in a bowl; cover and chill. To prepare deviled seasoning paste, combine mustard and next 8 ingredients (mustard through black pepper) in a small bowl. Remove and discard giblets and necks from hens. Rinse hens with cold water; pat dry. Starting at neck cavity, loosen skin from breasts by inserting fingers, gently pushing between skin and meat. Lift wing tips up and over back; tuck under hens. Rub deviled seasoning paste under loosened skin. Place hens, breast sides up, on a broiler pan. Bake at 425° for 35 minutes or until juices run clear. Split hens in half lengthwise. Discard skin. Serve with mango salsa.
Yield: 4 servings
Calories: 303
Fat: 9.7g
Fiber: 2.2g