Description
A rustic Mediterranean rabbit with green olives recipe made without alcohol. Braised gently with herbs, garlic, and rich olive depth.
Ingredients
1 whole rabbit, cut into 6–8 pieces
¾ cup green olives (pitted or cracked)
100g smoked turkey, chopped (optional)
1 medium onion, sliced thin
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup broth (chicken or vegetable)
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (or lemon juice)
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Brown rabbit pieces in oil over medium heat, then set aside.
2. Sauté smoked turkey (if using), onions, and garlic until soft.
3. Add tomato paste, olives, and herbs. Stir to combine.
4. Return rabbit and pour in broth until just covered.
5. Cover and simmer on low for 90 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Shred rabbit if desired and serve over pasta or potatoes.
Notes
You can substitute lentils for rabbit for a plant-based version.
Cracked green olives work best for deep flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: rabbit with green olives recipe, Mediterranean rabbit, olive stew