Jun 26 2008
Rabbit Run Down
As I mentioned last week, rabbit run down was on my menu for Sunday. Rabbit looks exactly like chicken breast. The color and texture of the meat is exactly the same. The only difference is the shape. When you take it out of the package, it is of a wide, tubular shape, with some legs. If you find problems handling it (because you know it is rabbit), you can just have the butcher cut it up for you. They will do this at Akropolis Meat Market, where I mentioned on my last post I had bought the rabbit at.
What you have heard is true - It is just like chicken.
It cooks very quickly, just like chicken. After it is cooked and you cut the meat, it shreds just like chicken breast. Pieces that are overcooked will taste dry (just like chicken).
Run Down is a recipe that can be made with almost anything - I have made it with breadfruit and salted cod before, both of which complements the coconut milk sauce. Rabbit was no exception - the sweetness of the coconut milk mixed with the heat of the Scotch Bonnet pepper made this entree a superb marriage of flavors.
Attached is the photo of Rabbit Run Down - Hope it stirs you to try some rabbit this week!!
