Braised Rabbit with Thyme

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Try this delicious paleo recipe for braised rabbit with thyme! A hearty and healthy meal that's easy to make and full of flavor.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword Braised Rabbit with Thyme, Keto Rabbit, Paleo Rabbit, Rabbit

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 50

Rest Time 1

Total Time 1 1 10

Servings

Calories 410kcal

Cost $25

Start by adding the bay leaves, garlic, peppercorns, and lemon peel to a pot or saucepan, then pour in the stock and wine. Heat the mixture to a boil, and quickly remove from the heat.
¾ cup chicken broth, 1 ¼ cups white wine, 2 bay leaves, 4 black peppercorns, 1 clove garlic, 2 strips of lemon peel
Add the rabbit pieces and thyme sprigs to the hot liquid, then place in the refrigerator for a full day or two to marinate. Once the time has passed, remove the rabbit pieces from the marinade and pat them dry.
3 lb rabbit, 4 sprigs fresh thyme
Next, melt some cooking fat in a large pot or dutch oven and brown the rabbit pieces on all sides. Strain the marinating liquid to remove the thyme sprigs, bay leaves, and peppercorns, then pour it back in with the rabbit.
3 tablespoon cooking fat
Season the mixture with salt and pepper, bring it to a simmer, and continue cooking for about 50 minutes, or until the rabbit is fully cooked.
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
For an extra boost of flavor, try serving the rabbit with the cooking liquid on the side. Your guests are sure to love this delicious and tender dish.

Rabbit can be purchased at most butcher shops, but is also readily available online from a select set of distributors. You can also hunt and butcher your own rabbit if you prefer.
The remaining cooking liquid can also be thickened with cornstarch and turned into a thicker gravy to pour over the rabbit or side dishes.