Roast Guinea Fowl Recipe
A comforting dish perfect for Sunday lunch.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Preparation
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Rinse the guinea fowl under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Season the inside and outside with salt and black pepper.
- 2
Flavoring
Stuff the cavity of the guinea fowl with whole garlic cloves, fresh thyme, and lemon cut in half.
- 3
Browning
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the guinea fowl on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
- 5
Cooking
Cover the roasting pan with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven. Roast for about 1 hour, then remove the foil and roast for an additional 30-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the skin is golden brown.
- 6
Resting
Let the guinea fowl rest for 10-15 minutes before carving. Serve with the roasted vegetables.
