Rabbit with Sauerkraut: Coniglio con Krauti Recipe

Name: Rabbit with Sauerkraut: Coniglio con Krauti
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 1/2 pound rabbit, cut into 8 pieces; Coarse sea salt and black pepper; 1/4 cup lard, plus 1/4 cup; 1/2 onion, finely chopped; 1 pound sauerkraut, recipe follows; 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns; 1/2 cup white wine; 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced; 6 cups red cabbage; 4 sage leaves; 1 clove garlic; 2 cups red wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons salt; 2 tablespoons sugar

Servings: persons

3 1/2 pound rabbit, cut into 8 pieces
Coarse sea salt and black pepper
1/4 cup lard, plus 1/4 cup
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1 pound sauerkraut, recipe follows
1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns
1/2 cup white wine
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
6 cups red cabbage
4 sage leaves
1 clove garlic
2 cups red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons sugar

1
Rinse the rabbit and pat dry with paper towels.
2
Season with sea salt and pepper and set aside.
3
In a large, heavy-bottomed skillet, heat 1/4-cup lard over high heat until it is melted.
4
Add half of the rabbit pieces, skin side down, and cook until golden-brown, about 5 minutes.
5
Turn over and cook until golden brown on the other side.
6
Remove the browned meat and cook the remaining meat.
7
Set aside on a plate covered with foil.
8
Add the remaining lard and heat until it melts.
9
Add the onion and cook for 2 minutes, until translucent but not browned.
10
Add the sauerkraut and peppercorns, reduce the heat to medium and cook for about 8 minutes.
11
Stir occasionally to keep from sticking.
12
Return the rabbit pieces to the pan.
13
Pour the wine into the skillet and bring to a boil.
14
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan and cook for 30 minutes.
15
Serve immediately.
16
Place all ingredients in a 6-quart pot and cover.
17
Bring to a boil over high flame and reduce to simmer.
18
Cook covered 40 to 50 minutes, stirring frequently or until very tender.
19
Can be reheated with great success.

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 1/2 pound rabbit, cut into 8 pieces, Coarse sea salt and black pepper, 1/4 cup lard, plus 1/4 cup, 1/2 onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Rabbit with Sauerkraut: Coniglio con Krauti falls under the General 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.

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Rabbit with Sauerkraut: Coniglio con Krauti

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