Southern Italian Rabbit Stew Recipe

Name: Southern Italian Rabbit Stew Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cottontail rabbits or 8 chicken thighs; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 5 chopped garlic cloves; 1 chopped onion; 4 tablespoons capers or 4 tablespoons green peppercorns, which ever you prefer; 1/4 cup chopped parsley; 1 pinch saffron; 2 cups hot water; 1/4 cup red wine vinegar; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

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["1. Soak the rabbit in salted water for 24 hours in the refrigerator. This is not necessary for chicken.", "2. Get the vegetable oil hot over medium-high heat in a large skillet or Dutch oven.", "3. Pat the rabbit or chicken pieces dry and brown well in the pot.", "4. Meanwhile, chop half the capers or green peppercorns.", "5. Get your tap water as hot as it will go and fill a 2 cup measure. Crush the saffron in your palm and sprinkle it into the hot water.", "6. Once the meat is all browned, remove it to a plate. Add the onion and garlic and saute until browned.", "7. Add everything into the pot. Place the rabbit or chicken pieces into the liquid. If the liquid does not come at least halfway up the sides of the hare pieces.", "8. Cover tightly and place wild rabbit in 300 degree oven for 2.5 hours. Domestic rabbit and chicken should only cook for 1.5 hours. Check the Rabbit after 2 1/2 hours; it should be finished.", "9. Serve with wild rice, a green salad and a good Cabernet Sauvignon.", "Read more: <a href=""http://www.food.com/bb/viewtopic.zsp?t=402142&oc=linkback"">http://www.food.com/bb/viewtopic.zsp?t=402142&oc=linkback</a>."]

397

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cottontail rabbits or 8 chicken thighs, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 5 chopped garlic cloves, and more.

Yes, Southern Italian Rabbit Stew Recipe 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!