rabbit braised with prunes, potatoes

2021-04-06

A traditional Flemish recipe, similar to Flemish beef stew, but with a different meat.

INGREDIENTS

This is what you need for 3-4 servings:

2-3 lb. rabbit
1 bottle dark beer
e.g. dark Leffe, Guinness extra stout
1 lb. dried prunes
3-4 medium potatoes, peeled, quartered

Pic1: rabbit, prunes, potatoes

Directions

2021-04-06

Pic2: brown
Pic3: prunes
Pic4: potatoes

Optional: part the rabbit.
Brown in butter or olive oil.
Add prunes, beer, potatoes.
Add water to cover rabbit about 50%. Season to taste.

Pic5: all done
Pic6+7: served

Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat. Cover and simmer over low heat for 1-2 hrs. until the meat is tender.
The meat should pull off the bones easily, but not fall off.
Add the potatoes 20-30 minutes before the rabbit will be done.
Adjust seasoning.
Serve and enjoy.