Cajun-Fried Cornish Game Hens

If you enjoy crispy fried chicken, I think you will enjoy these Cajun fried hens.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 3  tablespoons  cajun seasoning
• 1  teaspoon  ground red pepper
• 4 (1 1/4lb)  Cornish hens
• 1  cup all-purpose flour
• 1 1⁄2 gallons  peanut oil

Directions

1. Combine the Cajun season and pepper; rub over the inside and outside of the hens. Tie the legs together. Place flour in a large, heavy duty, zip-top plastic bag. Add the hens one at a time; shake to coat.
2. Pour oil to a depth of 4 inches into the deep pot of a propane cooker; heat to 350°F.
3. Carefully lower the hens in the oil; fry for 18 to 20 minutes or until the meat thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the breast reads 180°F.
4. Remove the hens from oil and drain on paper towels. Remove string before serving.