This recipe provides a simple and flavorful way to prepare tender roasted pheasants. Perfect for a special dinner, it combines classic ingredients for a delightful culinary experience.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
1h
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 100 grams butter
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 pheasants
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon thyme
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit).
Step 2
Rinse the pheasants under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
Step 3
Rub the pheasants with olive oil, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Step 4
Season the pheasants with salt, black pepper, and thyme.
Step 5
Melt the butter in a pan and add the garlic and lemon zest. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Step 6
Brush the melted butter mixture over the pheasants.
Step 7
Place the pheasants in a roasting pan and cook in the preheated oven for 60 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 75 degrees Celsius (165 degrees Fahrenheit).
Step 8
Let the pheasants rest for 10 minutes before carving and serving.