Spice Roasted Cornish Hens With Cucumber Yogurt Sauce

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A north african influenced quick everyday dinner

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Steps

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Position rack in top third of oven.

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Preheat to 450f.

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Arrange hens , skin side up , on large rimmed baking sheet.

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Finely grind cumin and next 3 ingredients in spice mill.

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Brush hens with oil.

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Sprinkle on both sides with spice mixture.

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Roast hens until cooked through , about 35 minutes.

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Meanwhile , combine all remaining ingredients in processor.

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Blend until almost smooth.

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Season sauce with salt and pepper.

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Ingredients

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cornish hens, cumin seed, coriander seed, salt, fresh ground black pepper, olive oil, cucumbers, plain yogurt, fresh cilantro stems, garlic cloves, sour cream