4 Servings
2 (abt 1 lb ea)cornish game
-hens
6 cloves garlic, sliced
-lengthwise sa, lt
1/2 t paprika pepper
2 T corn oil
1. Butterfly hens & spread out flat. Push slices of garlic under skin
wherever possible. 2. Mix salt, paprika, & pepper together & rub
mixture all over hens. 3. Heat a dry skillet or two over moderate
heat for 1 min. Add oil, then place hens skin-side up in oil. Cover
with plate & put a heavy weight, perhaps a stone or a metal mortar, on
plate. Fry for 10 mins. Turn hens over & fry with plate & weight for 10
mins more, or until skin is crisp & brown. Serve warm with anything you
wish such as bread, salads, pickles.
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