Braised Rabbit with Mustard Sauce

How to Make Braised Rabbit with Mustard Sauce at Home

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Ingredients

• 4 pounds rabbit
• 2 medium carrots
• 2 medium onions
• 3 tablespoons mustard
• 1 cup white wine
• 2 teaspoons thyme
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 leaves bay leaves

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).

2. 2

   Season the rabbit pieces with salt and black pepper on all sides.

3. 3

   In a large Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the rabbit pieces and brown them on all sides, about 8-10 minutes total. Remove the rabbit and set aside.

4. 4

   In the same pot, add chopped onions, diced carrots, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

5. 5

   Stir in the mustard, white wine, chicken broth, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a simmer.

6. 6

   Return the browned rabbit pieces to the pot, ensuring they are submerged in the liquid.

7. 7

   Cover the pot and transfer it to the preheated oven. Braise for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the rabbit is tender and easily pulls apart.

8. 8

   Once cooked, remove the pot from the oven. Take out the rabbit pieces and set them on a plate.

9. 9

   If the sauce is too thin, place the pot on the stovetop over medium heat and reduce it until thickened, about 10-15 minutes.

10. 10

    Serve the rabbit with the mustard sauce poured over it, garnished with fresh thyme if desired.