1 cup apicot preserves ⅓ cup pure maple syrup 2 tablespoon country Dijon-style mustard 2 tablespoon white wine vinegar
**Test Kitchen Tip:
If your grill has a rotisserie burner, turn off all burners except for the rotisserie burner. If your grill does not have a rotisserie burner, use indirect heat.
Grilling Instructions
If you don’t have a rotisserie set up, grill the game hens directly on the grate, no turning required. Here’s how: Prepare and marinate game hens as per steps 1 and 2. Drain hens, discard marinade. Pat hens dry with paper towels. For a charcoal or gas grill, place game hens, breast side up, on grill rack over a drip pan. Cover and grill over medium heat for 50 to 60 minutes or until tender and no longer pink (180°F), brushing with one portion of the Apricot Mopping sauce twice during the last 15 to 20 minutes of grilling. Transfer game hens to a serving platter or cutting board. Using poultry shears, a sharp knife, or a cleaver, cut hens in half, lengthwise. Serve immediately. The key to turning out gorgeously roasted game hens is securing the legs and wings. With no loose parts, the spit will be well-balanced and rotate smoothly, resulting in evenly browned skin.
