Zutaten für Barbecued Vietnamese 5 Spice Cornish Game Hens
- 2 (1-1/2 lb.) Cornish game hens
- 6 cloves garlic
- 2 shallots, finely minced
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Vietnamese five-spice powder
- 6 tablespoons fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon dry sherry
- 1 small fresh red chili pepper (such as Thai bird's eye), or to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons water
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Zubereitung von Barbecued Vietnamese 5 Spice Cornish Game Hens
- Halve the Cornish hens through the breastbone.
- Gently flatten the breasts with the palm of your hand.
- In a mortar and pestle (or food processor), combine and finely mince: 4 cloves garlic, 2 shallots (finely minced), and 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar.
- Add: 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1 tablespoon Vietnamese five-spice powder, 2 tablespoons fish sauce, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon dry sherry.
- Mix the marinade thoroughly.
- Pour the marinade evenly over the hens, ensuring both sides are coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight to allow the flavors to fully develop.
- Prepare a medium-hot fire in your barbecue (charcoal or gas).
- Set the hens skin-side down on the grill rack over medium-hot coals.
- Grill for 15 minutes.
- Flip the hens and grill for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the skin is crisp and golden brown.
- Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve immediately with the Nuoc Cham dipping sauce.
- **To make the Nuoc Cham Dipping Sauce:** In a mortar and pestle (or small bowl), pound 2 cloves garlic and 1 small Thai chili pepper (or to taste) with 1 tablespoon of sugar into a paste.
- Transfer the paste to a bowl. Add 1/4 cup fish sauce, 2 tablespoons lime juice, and 2 tablespoons water.
- Stir well to combine.
- Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Strain the sauce (optional) to remove any solids before serving in small dipping bowls. Yields approximately 3/4 cup.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
105 g
Sugar
40g
Fat
16g
Carbs
5g
