MALTA: A Small Mediterranean Island with Big Flavors

rabbit

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is more widely available and pork is less expensive.

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: white wine

Grape juice provides sweetness without alcohol, while white wine is often less costly.

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

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

Add rabbit pieces and brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Stir in diced carrots and potatoes; cook for 3-4 minutes.

Add chopped tomatoes, red wine, bay leaves, and thyme; bring to a simmer.

Cover and cook on low heat for 1.5-2 hours, until rabbit is tender.

Stir occasionally, adding water if necessary to maintain moisture.

Add parsley, black olives, and capers; cook for an additional 10 minutes.

Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to taste.

Serve hot with crusty bread or pasta.

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