Greek Rabbit Stew Recipe

Name: Greek Rabbit Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 fryer rabbits, cut up; kosher salt; 2 medium red onions, sliced; 5 garlic cloves, minced; 10 allspice berries; 1 cinnamon stick; 4 bay leaves; 1 tablespoon oregano; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 (14 ounce) can crushed tomatoes; 1 cup dry red wine; ½ cup sweet red wine; ½ cup chicken stock; ¼ cup red wine vinegar; black pepper; ¼ cup olive oil

Servings: persons

2 fryer rabbits, cut up
kosher salt
2 medium red onions, sliced
5 garlic cloves, minced
10 allspice berries
1 cinnamon stick
4 bay leaves
1 tablespoon oregano
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 (14 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 cup dry red wine
½ cup sweet red wine
½ cup chicken stock
¼ cup red wine vinegar
black pepper
¼ cup olive oil

1
Cut up rabbits into serving pieces.
2
Use the little bits like kidneys, liver, bellies, etc., too.
3
Salt and set aside 30 minutes, unless already brined.
4
Heat 1/4 c olive oil in frying pan and brown rabbit pieces well.
5
Remove pieces to a dutch oven or other heavy, lidded pan.
6
Saute onions 4-5 minutes over medium high heat.
7
Add garlic and saute another minute.
8
Sprinkle with salt.
9
Place sauted onions and garlic over rabbit pieces in dutch oven, then place allspice berries, cinnamon stick, oregano, and bay leaves on top.
10
In frying pan, combine tomatoes, wines, vinegar, stock, and tomato paste.
11
Cook down over high heat for about 4 minutes.
12
Pour over rabbit pieces.
13
Cover dutch oven and bring contents to a simmer.
14
Cook slowly 1-2 hours until meat is falling off the bone.
15
Serve with freshly ground black pepper and a drizzle of olive oil.

465

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 fryer rabbits, cut up, kosher salt, 2 medium red onions, sliced, 5 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Greek Rabbit Stew falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Greek Rabbit Stew

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Variations & substitutions

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