Microwave rabbit

Name: Microwave rabbit
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Rabbit in pieces 2.6 lbs; Potatoes 1.8 lbs; Red onions 4.2 oz; Vegetable broth &frac13; cup; White wine 1.4 oz; Garlic 1 clove; Rosemary 4 sprigs; Thyme 4 sprigs; Sage 1 leaf; Extra virgin olive oil 4 ¾ tbsp; Salt to taste; Black pepper to taste

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Gluten Free
Lactose Free

Difficulty: Very easy
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Very low

PRESENTATION

The microwave rabbit dish is a super easy way to enjoy those delicious Ligurian flavors without too much hassle. I mean, in Liguria, they really really know how to make rabbit taste tender and flavorful. With this microwave rabbit recipe, you keep all that moist goodness while saving time in the kitchen. Pretty simple. Instead of juggling multiple pots and pans like with ‘Coniglio al forno’ or ‘Coniglio alla cacciatora,’ this method lets you toss everything—rabbit, potatoes, onions—right into one dish. Less clean-up. Seriously good. You end up with succulent meat and veggies that soak up all those Italian herbs. And look, the microwave cooks everything evenly, so the potatoes come out golden and soft while the rabbit stays juicy. So, you also retain more nutrition since the fast cooking doesn’t dry things out or sap the flavor. Families around Liguria appreciate these simple, one-dish meals, especially on busy weeknights. Which is great.

Many who grew up with classic microwave rabbit cooking now use quick tricks like this for weeknight dinners. And it’s not just about saving time—it’s really a way to enjoy an easy rabbit recipe that feels special without much skill. Even if you usually go for something like ‘Coniglio alla ligure’ slow-cooked on Sundays, this microwave rabbit dish is perfect when you want those flavors, fast. The onions turn sweet and caramelized. So, so good. The potatoes soak up the savory juices, and the rabbit stays tender—no dry bites, just simple comfort. People often swap in other veggies or add a splash of white wine to boost the flavor. And if you’re into trying new microwave cooking tricks, this method is also great for other game meats, not just rabbit. So, anyone looking for a quick rabbit meal that tastes homemade and fresh should totally give this a try. Whether you’re sharing with family or want something easy for yourself, microwave game meat like this makes dinner feel a bit more Italian, with none of the fuss. Plus, it’s a really good way to have a taste of Liguria right at home.

How to prepare Microwave rabbit

To prepare the microwave rabbit, first peel the potatoes, cut them into quarters 1, and then into pieces 2. Slice the onion julienne style 3 and set aside.

In a bowl, place the rabbit pieces, add the oil 4, rosemary 5, and season with salt and pepper 6.

Also pour the white wine 7 and vegetable broth into the bowl. Add the onions 8 and potatoes 9. Stir to season.

Transfer everything into a lightly greased baking dish, add the garlic 10, thyme, and sage 11. Cook in the microwave at 800 W for 40 minutes. Then continue cooking for another 10 minutes in grill mode. The microwave rabbit is ready to be served 12.

Storage

The microwave rabbit can be stored in the fridge, in a closed container, for up to 1 day. Freezing is not recommended.

Advice

Instead of thyme, you can use rosemary. To personalize the recipe, you can add other spices such as paprika or curry.

Additionally, you can add more complexity to the dish by adding citrus juice like orange or lemon.

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Microwave rabbit

PRESENTATION

How to prepare Microwave rabbit

Storage

Advice

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