Healthy Recipes using Braised Rabbit Short Ribs

Braised Rabbit Short Ribs with Root Vegetables

A hearty dish featuring tender braised rabbit short ribs paired with a medley of seasonal root vegetables, perfect for a nutritious family dinner.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs rabbit short ribs
  • 4 medium carrots, chopped
  • 2 parsnips, chopped
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Season the rabbit short ribs with salt and pepper, then sear them in a hot pot until browned on all sides.
  2. Add the onion, garlic, carrots, and parsnips to the pot and sauté for 5 minutes.
  3. Pour in the red wine and chicken broth, add thyme, and bring to a simmer. Cover and braise in the oven at 325°F for 2 hours.

Mediterranean Braised Rabbit Short Ribs

This Mediterranean-inspired dish combines braised rabbit short ribs with olives, capers, and tomatoes for a flavorful and healthy meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs rabbit short ribs
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup green olives, pitted
  • 2 tbsp capers
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Sear the rabbit short ribs in a large pot until browned, then remove and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic until softened, then add diced tomatoes, olives, capers, and oregano.
  3. Return the rabbit to the pot, add chicken broth, and simmer covered for 1.5 hours until tender.

Spicy Braised Rabbit Short Ribs with Quinoa

A spicy twist on traditional braised rabbit short ribs served over fluffy quinoa, packed with protein and flavor.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs rabbit short ribs
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Season and sear the rabbit short ribs in a pot, then remove and set aside.
  2. Sauté onion and garlic in the same pot, add chili powder and cumin, then return the rabbit to the pot.
  3. Add vegetable broth, cover, and braise for 2 hours. Cook quinoa separately and serve rabbit over quinoa.

Braised Rabbit Short Ribs with Apple and Sage

A sweet and savory dish featuring braised rabbit short ribs cooked with apples and fresh sage for a delightful autumn flavor.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs rabbit short ribs
  • 2 apples, cored and sliced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cups apple cider
  • 1 tbsp fresh sage, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Sear the rabbit short ribs in a pot, then remove and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, sauté onion until translucent, then add apple slices and sage.
  3. Return the rabbit to the pot, pour in apple cider, cover, and braise for 2 hours until tender.

Asian-Inspired Braised Rabbit Short Ribs

This dish features braised rabbit short ribs cooked in a savory Asian sauce with ginger and soy, served over brown rice.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs rabbit short ribs
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp ginger, grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
  1. Sear the rabbit short ribs in a pot, then remove and set aside.
  2. Combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, and garlic in the pot, then return the rabbit.
  3. Add chicken broth, cover, and braise for 2 hours. Serve over brown rice and garnish with green onions.

Herb-Crusted Braised Rabbit Short Ribs

These braised rabbit short ribs are coated in a fresh herb crust, providing a burst of flavor and a healthy twist to your meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs rabbit short ribs
  • 1 cup fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, rosemary), chopped
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Season the rabbit short ribs and sear in a pot until browned.
  2. Mix chopped herbs and garlic, then coat the rabbit short ribs with the herb mixture.
  3. Add chicken broth, cover, and braise for 2 hours until tender.

Braised Rabbit Short Ribs with Lentils

A nutritious and filling dish featuring braised rabbit short ribs served over a bed of protein-rich lentils.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs rabbit short ribs
  • 1 cup lentils, rinsed
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Sear the rabbit short ribs in a pot, then remove and set aside.
  2. Sauté onion and carrots in the same pot, then add lentils and thyme.
  3. Return the rabbit to the pot, add vegetable broth, cover, and braise for 2 hours until tender.

Braised Rabbit Short Ribs with Spinach and Feta

A delightful dish combining braised rabbit short ribs with sautéed spinach and crumbled feta for a Mediterranean flair.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs rabbit short ribs
  • 4 cups fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Sear the rabbit short ribs in a pot, then remove and set aside.
  2. Sauté onion until translucent, then add chicken broth and return the rabbit.
  3. Cover and braise for 2 hours. Serve with sautéed spinach and sprinkle with feta.

Braised Rabbit Short Ribs with Cauliflower Puree

A gourmet dish featuring braised rabbit short ribs served over a creamy cauliflower puree, offering a low-carb alternative to mashed potatoes.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs rabbit short ribs
  • 1 head cauliflower, chopped
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Sear the rabbit short ribs in a pot, then remove and set aside.
  2. Add chicken broth and garlic to the pot, return the rabbit, cover, and braise for 2 hours.
  3. Steam cauliflower until tender, then blend with salt and pepper for the puree. Serve rabbit over the puree.

Braised Rabbit Short Ribs with Sweet Potato Mash

A comforting dish featuring braised rabbit short ribs served with a creamy sweet potato mash, rich in flavor and nutrients.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs rabbit short ribs
  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Sear the rabbit short ribs in a pot, then remove and set aside.
  2. Add chicken broth and garlic to the pot, return the rabbit, cover, and braise for 2 hours.
  3. Boil sweet potatoes until tender, then mash with salt and pepper. Serve rabbit over sweet potato mash.