Easy Italian Sausage Rabbit Recipe
This Italian sausage rabbit recipe is easy to make and bursting with flavor! Warm fennel, garlic, and oregano with a hint of red pepper flakes makes this sausage irresistible.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Ever wonder how to use ground rabbit meat? This Italian sausage rabbit recipe is the best quick and easy way to transform ground rabbit meat into something delicious you can use in any dish!
Plus, rabbit meat is one of the best low fat proteins you can eat! This rabbit recipe is one of the simplest ways to get more rabbit meat into your diet.
Let me show you how to make this easy Italian sausage rabbit recipe!
Benefits of Rabbit Meat
Rabbit meat is a delicious mild, white meat, similar to chicken. It is low in fat but high in protein that is easy to digest. Rabbit meat is great for those managing high cholesterol or those wanting to build muscle.
This meat is also less calories than other meats, lower in sodium, high in calcium. Overall, rabbit meat is a great meat to incorporate into your regular diet.
Easy Italian Sausage Rabbit Recipe
Course: RecipesDifficulty: Easy4
servings10
minutes10
minutesThis Italian sausage rabbit recipe is easy to make and bursting with flavor! Warm fennel, garlic, and oregano with a hint of red pepper flakes makes this sausage irresistible.
Before You Begin
– Defrost the rabbit meat completely before cooking.
– Heat the pan before putting the meat on it to avoid sticking.
Include Sausage In
– Soups
– Sauces
– Omelets
– Pizza topping
Other Rabbit Recipes
– Parmesan Rabbit Meatballs
Ingredients
2 lbs ground rabbit meat
1 tbsp minced garlic
2 tsp onion powder
2 tsp oregano
1 tsp fennel
1/2 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp red pepper
1 tsp salt
1 tbsp butter
Directions
- First, defrost (or grind up) 2 lbs. of rabbit meat.
- Put the ground rabbit meat and the spices in the pan.
- Add the butter to the pan and cook the meat on medium stirring constantly until the spices are incorporated.
- Cook until none of the meat is pink.
- Allow the sausage to cool, then add it to recipes or eat it by itself.
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Tips for Best Results
- Freezing options: Season the meat after it is freshly ground and freeze raw. Or cook the meat with seasonings and freeze the cooked meat for quick use.
- Melt the butter in the pan before cooking. Rabbit meat does not have fat, therefore the recipe needs melted butter to keep the meat from sticking and incorporate the seasonings.
- Substitute ground chicken or 90/10 beef instead of ground rabbit.
Ingredients
- Ground rabbit meat
- Minced garlic
- Onion powder
- Dried oregano
- Fennel
- Red pepper flakes
- Salt
- Petter
- Butter
Equipment
- Meat grinder
- Skillet
- Spatula
How to Make Italian Sausage
Step 1: Defrost rabbit meat.
- First, defrost (or grind up) 2 lbs. of rabbit meat.
Step 2: Cook meat with spices & butter.
- Put the ground rabbit meat and the spices in the pan.
- Add the butter to the pan and cook the meat on medium stirring constantly until the spices are incorporated.
- Cook until none of the meat is pink.
Step 3: Allow the meat to cool.
- Allow the sausage to cool, then add it to recipes or eat it by itself.
Cooking Tips
It is important to add 1 tbsp of butter to the pan while cooking the rabbit sausage. Unlike pork sausage which has fat and creates it’s own grease, rabbit sausage has no fat.
Because there is no fat, the meat will stick to the pan and dry out while cooking. Adding the butter gives the mixture just enough fat to cook evenly without sticking or drying out.
Storage
Store the cooked meat in an airtight container in the fridge or in the freezer for up to 6 months.
Season the meat after it is freshly ground, package in airtight bags, and freeze it raw to cook later.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I use this sausage after it is made? This Italian rabbit sausage can be eaten by itself or incorporated into sauces, soups, casseroles, or other dishes that call for Italian sausage.
Can I use other meat for this recipe? Yes, if you do not have rabbit meat, you could substitute ground chicken or 90/10 ground beef.
Where do I find rabbit meat? Look for a local producer in your area, butcher shops, farms, or raise your own rabbits. Check out these blog posts to get started!
This Italian sausage rabbit recipe is simple to make, bursting with flavor, and a nutritious protein source your body will love! The versatility of this rabbit sausage will make it a kitchen staple!
