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rabbit

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is more widely available and often less expensive.

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: white wine

Grape juice provides a non-alcoholic option while maintaining sweetness.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: paprika

White pepper offers a milder flavor, while paprika adds color and sweetness.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier but can be pricier; vegetable oil is a budget-friendly alternative.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and garlic; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Add rabbit pieces; brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Pour in red wine; simmer until reduced by half, about 5 minutes.

Stir in chopped tomatoes, bay leaves, and spices; cook for 2-3 minutes.

Add diced potatoes and carrots; mix well to combine.

Cover with water; bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.

Simmer gently for 1-1.5 hours until rabbit is tender.

Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

Serve hot, garnished with parsley and lemon zest.

Cooking Techniques

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