How to Make Maltese Rabbit Stew - A Step-by-Step Guide

Maltese Rabbit Stew is an iconic dish that is deeply rooted in the culinary traditions of the Mediterranean island of Malta. The dish is a favorite among locals and visitors alike, known for its rich and comforting flavors, as well as its historical significance in Maltese culture.

Rabbit meat has been a staple in Maltese cuisine for centuries, with the island’s rocky terrain not being suitable for large-scale farming. As a result, the locals turned to hunting wild rabbits, which were...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup oil
  • 1 (3 pound) rabbit, cleaned and cut into pieces
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • ½ cup red wine
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 cube beef bouillon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • ¼ teaspoon white sugar
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 large potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • ½ cup peas

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 50 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat; cook the rabbit, onion and garlic in the hot oil until the garlic and onion are fragrant and the rabbit is brown. Stir in the wine, bay leaf, beef bouillon, nutmeg, tomato paste, and sugar; season with salt and pepper. Add the potatoes, carrots, and peas. Pour enough water over everything until covered. Bring stew to a boil; reduce heat to low and allow to simmer until the potatoes are completely cooked through, about 1 hour.
  • Nutrition

    924 cal.

    • Total Fat: 32g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 183mg
    • Sodium: 459mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 77g
    • Dietary Fiber: 11g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 75g
    • Vitamin C: 82mg
    • Calcium: 120mg
    • Iron: 9mg
    • Potassium: 2515mg