Mustardy Braised Rabbit with Carrots
Mustardy Braised Rabbit with Carrots is a comforting dish that combines tender rabbit meat and sweet carrots, all enveloped in a rich mustard-infused sauce. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavors with simple ingredients. Whether you’re a novice cook or an experienced chef, this dish will impress your guests and create unforgettable memories around the table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs rabbit, cut into pieces
- 1 cup yellow mustard
- 4 large carrots, sliced thick
- 2 medium yellow onions, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp whole black peppercorns
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients; chop onions and carrots, and mince garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear rabbit pieces until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.
- Add onions and garlic to the pot; sauté until onions are translucent.
- Pour in chicken broth, add mustard, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and peppercorns. Stir well.
- Bring to a simmer; cover and reduce heat to low. Braise for about 1 hour until rabbit is tender.
- Add carrots; cover and cook for an additional 30 minutes until carrots are tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (280g)
- Calories: 415
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - For a chicken alternative, substitute rabbit with chicken thighs or breasts. - Experiment with different types of mustard for varied flavor profiles. - Serve over creamy polenta or mashed potatoes to soak up the delicious sauce.