Grilled Mediterranean Cornish Game Hens - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional)
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 (1 1/2 lb) Cornish hens, halved, backbone removed with kitchen shears
lemon wedge

Preparation

Mix spices in a small bowl.
Rub all over hens and grill immediately, or cover airtight and refrigerate up to 24 hours.
Heat barbecue grill.
Place hens, skin side down, 4 to 6 inches above heat source.
Grill 20 to 30 minutes, turning once, until meat is opaque near the bone and juices run clear when thigh is pierced.
Serve with lemon wedges.
Enjoy!