Authentic Maltese Rabbit Stew 🇲🇹 The Secret Cooking Trick You Need to Try

rabbit

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is more widely available and less expensive than rabbit.

red wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic red wine

💰Cheaper: grape juice

Non-alcoholic options provide similar flavor without the alcohol.

capers

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: pickles

Green olives can mimic the briny flavor of capers.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is a cost-effective alternative.

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

Add chopped onions and garlic, sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in diced carrots and potatoes, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.

Add rabbit pieces, browning on all sides for 8-10 minutes.

Pour in red wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze.

Mix in chopped tomatoes, bay leaves, and spices, stirring well.

Cover and simmer on low heat for 1.5 to 2 hours until rabbit is tender.

Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste.

Stir in capers and lemon zest just before serving.

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

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