HASSENPFEFFER (MARINATED RABBIT STEW)

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My grandpa came to this country from a little town in Bavaria, Germany in the 1920's. He brought so many custom's with him and I cherish them all. He was an avid hunter and this was one of his recipes. Growing up this was one of those annual meals with the whole family. Wild rabbit is the best, but it can be made with tame....

Provided by Cheryl Starker

Categories     Wild Game

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (2 to 3 lb.) rabbit
3 c red wine vinegar
3 c water
1 medium onion sliced
2 carrots, peeled and cut into pieces
1 Tbsp salt
1 tsp pickling spices
1/4 tsp pepper
1/2 c sugar
1/3 c all purpose flour
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
3 Tbsp shortening
1/4 c all purpose flour

Steps:

  • 1. Cut rabbit into serving size pieces. Put into deep bowl and cover with a mixture of red wine vinegar, water, sugar, onion, carrots, 1 tablespoon salt, pickling spices and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cover and put into the refrigerator for 2-3 days to marinate. Turn the rabbit often.
  • 2. Drain rabbit pieces, reserving marinade. Dry on absorbent paper. Strain the marinade. Toss out the contents left in the strainer.
  • 3. Coat the rabbit pieces evenly by shaking 2 or 3 at a time in a paper or plastic bag containing a mixture of 1/3 cup flour, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  • 4. Heat 3 tablespoons of shortening in a Dutch oven or heavy sauce pot.
  • 5. Add the rabbit pieces and brown slowly. Remove from heat. Gradually add 2 cups of the reserved marinade. Cover and simmer 45 minutes to an hour until the meat is tender.
  • 6. Add 1/4 cup of flour to 1/2 cup of the reserved marinade. Blend well. Pour 1/2 of this flour mixture into cooking liquid, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil. Gradually add only what is needed of the remaining flour mixture for desired consistency. Bring to a boil after each addition. After the final addition, reduce to medium heat and cook 3 to 5 minutes.
  • 7. Serve rabbit with the gravy. This is good with oven roasted potatoes and onions and cooked cabbage.

pagol m10
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Not a fan. The rabbit meat was gamey and the sauce was too sweet. I won't be making this again.


HMD Videos HD
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This recipe is amazing! The rabbit meat is fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce is rich and flavorful. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a hit with my family. I will definitely be making this again.


Moshibudi Itumeleng
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I'm a bit disappointed with this recipe. The rabbit meat was tough and the sauce was bland. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong.


Mitto Khliji
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This recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves rabbit. The meat is cooked to perfection and the sauce is simply divine. I served it with roasted potatoes and vegetables, and it was a perfect meal.


Davie Max
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I'm not a big fan of rabbit, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The rabbit meat was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I would definitely make this again.


Jordan Dore
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This was a delicious and easy recipe to follow. The rabbit meat was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was perfect. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a hit with my family.


SK Hasibul
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my dish didn't turn out as well as I hoped. The rabbit meat was a little dry and the sauce was too thin. I think I might have overcooked the meat.


Ackeino Bailey
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This recipe is a keeper! The rabbit meat was incredibly tender and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I served it over egg noodles and it was a perfect meal. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Zendaiya
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Not bad, but not great. The rabbit meat was a bit gamey for my taste, and the sauce was a little too sweet. I think I would prefer a different recipe next time.


Manisa Scott
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the rabbit and the creamy sauce. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a special dish to serve at their next gathering.


Masud Arif
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This dish was a disappointment. The rabbit meat was tough and dry, and the sauce was bland. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what went wrong.


Anastacia Mnisi
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Amazing recipe! I've never cooked rabbit before, but this recipe made it easy and delicious. The meat was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Sagar GC
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Absolutely divine! The rabbit meat was fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a hit with my family.


Conner Williams
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This recipe is a delightful journey into culinary history. The unique blend of spices and the tender rabbit meat create a symphony of flavors that dance on the palate.