Rabbit In Marinade (conejo En Escabeche)

Rabbit in Marinade, or Conejo en Escabeche, is a traditional dish from Extremadura, a region in western Spain. This recipe features tender rabbit meat marinated in a flavorful mixture of vinegar, olive oil, and aromatic herbs, resulting in a delicious and tangy dish.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Extremaduran Spanish Cuisine Rabbit Marinade Extremadura
Rabbit In Marinade (conejo En Escabeche)

Ingredients

  • 1 whole rabbit, cut into pieces
  • 1 cup olive oil
  • 1 cup white wine vinegar
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, white wine vinegar, minced garlic, bay leaves, black peppercorns, sweet paprika, and salt. Mix well to create the marinade.
  2. Add the rabbit pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to develop.
  3. After marinating, remove the rabbit from the bowl and set aside. Strain the marinade to remove the solids and reserve the liquid.
  4. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat some olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the rabbit pieces and brown them on all sides.
  5. Pour the reserved marinade over the rabbit in the pot. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it cook for about 1 hour, or until the rabbit is tender.
  6. Once the rabbit is cooked, remove it from the pot and transfer to a serving platter. Spoon the marinade sauce over the rabbit pieces.
  7. Serve the rabbit in marinade hot, accompanied by crusty bread or roasted potatoes.

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
30g
Fat
20g
Carbohydrates
10g

Supplies

Large bowl Refrigerator Large pot or Dutch oven Serving platter

Tools

Chef's knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serving Suggestion: Enjoy the rabbit in marinade with a side of crusty bread and a simple green salad.

Tips & tricks

Tip: For a richer flavor, marinate the rabbit overnight before cooking.

Cost

$15