Easy Rabbit Meat Recipes For Kenyans- Roasted and Fried

Written by: Mary Mutua

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When it comes to healthy and flavorful dishes, rabbit meat deserves a spot on your table. Rabbit meat is not only tender and delicious but also incredibly lean, packed with protein, and low in cholesterol, making it a perfect choice for those seeking a nutritious alternative to traditional meats.

At Rabbit Choice Farms, we don’t just provide you with premium-quality rabbit meat; we also empower individuals to venture into rabbit farming through expert consultancy. Whether you’re a culinary enthusiast eager to try a new recipe or someone considering sustainable farming opportunities, we’re here to guide you.

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Here are two different ways you can cook your rabbit meat:

Recipe for Roasted Rabbit

Ingredients:

  • 1 rabbit (cleaned and cut into pieces)
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, grated
  • 1 piece ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 lemon or lime (optional)
  • 1 onion, sliced into rings (optional)

Clean rabbit meat from Rabbit Choice Farms

Instructions:

  1. Clean and cut the rabbit into manageable pieces.
  2. In a bowl, mix cooking oil, garlic, ginger, rosemary, salt, white pepper, and paprika.
  3. Add lemon or lime juice to the marinade for a tangy flavor, if desired.
  4. Pour the marinade over the rabbit pieces and coat evenly.
  5. Cover with cling film and let it marinate for at least 1 hour or up to 6 hours in the fridge.
  6. Preheat the oven to 170°C.
  7. Arrange the marinated rabbit pieces and onion rings (if using) on a baking tray.
  8. Roast for 40–50 minutes, turning the pieces halfway through.
  9. Check for doneness by ensuring the juices run clear or the internal temperature reaches 75°C.
  10. Serve hot with ugali, potatoes, or your favorite side dish.
Roasted rabbit on a plate

Recipe for Dry-Fried Rabbit

Ingredients

  • 1 rabbit (cleaned and cut into pieces)
  • 2 onions, finely sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 piece ginger, minced
  • 1 teaspoon white pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil
  • Fresh coriander (chopped, for garnish)
Rabbit meat in kenya

Instructions

  1. Cut the rabbit into manageable pieces.
  2. Boil the rabbit in water with onions, garlic, ginger, salt, white pepper, and bay leaves until tender, then drain.
  3. Alternatively, season the rabbit with salt and white pepper, heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a frying pan, and fry the pieces until golden brown on all sides (8–10 minutes), then set aside.
  4. In the same pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil and sauté onions, garlic, and ginger until golden brown and tender.
  5. Add the green bell pepper and cook for 2–3 minutes.
  6. Return the rabbit to the pan, mix well, and season with your preferred spices.
  7. Adjust the seasoning to taste, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes.
  8. Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot with ugali, rice, or your favorite side dish.
Cooked dry fry rabbit
Roasted rabbit, ugali and veges

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Mary has over a decade of experience in rabbit farming. She worked with Rabbit Republic Limited, Nation Media Group, and Royal Media Services, bringing a wealth of experience in agribusiness, sales, and marketing.

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