How to Make Rabbit Fricassee Cuban-Style - A Step-by-Step Guide

Traditional Cuban cuisine is a fusion of African, Spanish, and Caribbean influences, resulting in unique and flavorful dishes. One such dish is Rabbit Fricassee, a succulent and comforting stew that is popular in Cuban households.

This recipe utilizes the traditional Cuban cooking method of slow braising, allowing the flavors of the rabbit, vegetables, and seasonings to meld together perfectly. The result is a tender and aromatic stew that is sure to become a family favorite.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (3 pound) rabbit, cleaned and cut into pieces
  • 2 ½ cups water
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • ¼ teaspoon saffron powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 pound potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • ¼ cup dry white wine
  • ¼ cup capers, drained
  • 1 cup raisins
  • ¼ cup chopped green olives
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 (10 ounce) can baby peas, drained

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Place the rabbit pieces in a deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat along with the onion, garlic, and green pepper. Season with saffron, cumin, salt, pepper, lemon juice and the bay leaf. Pour the water over all. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Add the potatoes, and cook for about 20 more minutes, until tender. Add the raisins, capers, white wine, tomato sauce, olives and olive oil. Simmer for about 5 more minutes. Finally, stir in the peas and remove from the heat.
  • Nutrition

    578 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 122mg
    • Sodium: 1045mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 46g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 22g
    • Protein: 48g
    • Vitamin C: 17mg
    • Calcium: 83mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 1119mg