Ricette di Sicilia
Cibo, cultura e tradizioni siciliane
Sicilian Braised Rabbit – A Warming Taste of the Island
Discover authentic Sicilian braised rabbit — a comforting, traditional dish full of Mediterranean flavour, easy to prepare at home.
🛒 Ingredients
- ✓ 1.2 kg rabbit, wild or farmed, cut into pieces
- ✓ 4 ripe tomatoes
- ✓ 1 glass dry white wine
- ✓ 1 sprig rosemary
- ✓ 3 garlic cloves
- ✓ Extra-virgin olive oil
- ✓ Salt
- ✓ Freshly ground black pepper
📊 Nutritional Information
Sicilian braised rabbit is a dish that captures the warmth and tradition of the island’s home cooking.
This rustic second course brings together tender rabbit meat with ripe tomatoes, aromatic herbs and the depth of Sicilian white wine.
Ideal for cold winter evenings, it fills the kitchen with an irresistible scent, offering a rich, rounded flavour reminiscent of long Sunday lunches shared with family.
If you're looking for a dish that delivers a true sensory journey through Sicily, this comforting casserole is the perfect choice.
👨🍳 Preparation
- 1
Cut the rabbit into pieces and brown it in a casserole dish with olive oil, chopped garlic and rosemary.
- 2
Pour in the white wine and allow it to evaporate fully.
- 3
Add the sieved tomatoes, a pinch of salt and a grind of black pepper.
- 4
Simmer gently for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, until the meat is tender.
- 5
Serve the rabbit hot, ideally with creamy mashed potatoes.
💡 Tips and Variations
For a stronger flavour, add a handful of black olives or some capers during cooking.
If you prefer a little heat, stir in a finely chopped fresh chilli.
📦 Storage
- • Refrigerate for up to 2 days.
- • Freeze the cooked dish for up to 1 month.
- • Reheat in the oven at 160°C for 10 minutes before serving.
🍷 Pairing
Pair this Sicilian braised rabbit with a glass of Cerasuolo di Vittoria, whose fruity aroma and rounded flavour complement the dish beautifully.
Thank you for exploring Sicilian braised rabbit with me. I hope this recipe brings a taste of Sicily into your kitchen. Enjoy — and see you for the next culinary adventure!
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