Mustard Rabbit (lapin À La Moutarde)

Mustard Rabbit (Lapin à la Moutarde) is a classic French dish that features tender rabbit meat cooked in a creamy mustard sauce. This dish is rich in flavor and perfect for a special dinner.

Mustard Rabbit (lapin À La Moutarde)

Ingredients

  • 1 whole rabbit, cut into pieces
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the rabbit pieces and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.
  3. Remove the rabbit from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
  5. Stir in the Dijon mustard, chicken broth, and heavy cream.
  6. Return the rabbit to the skillet and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  7. Cover and cook for 45-50 minutes, or until the rabbit is tender.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Serve the mustard rabbit hot, spooning the creamy sauce over the pieces.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Fat
20g
Carbohydrates
15g

Supplies

Large skillet Cooking spoon Cutting board Knife

Tools

Stovetop Cooking thermometer

Serving suggestions

Mustard Rabbit is best served with a side of roasted potatoes and a crisp green salad.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can marinate the rabbit in the mustard sauce for a few hours before cooking.

Cost

$25