Hazelnut Roasted Rabbit Thighs with Herb Butter
Tender rabbit thighs roasted with a crunchy hazelnut herb butter crust for a nutty, flavorful main dish.
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Discover a simple recipe for hazelnut roasted rabbit thighs with herb butter crust. Tender, nutty, and perfect for a flavorful main course.
Recipe Details
Prep time
10m
Cook time
20m
Rest time
5m
Total time
35m
Prep time
10m
Cook time
20m
Rest time
5m
Total time
35m
Ingredients
Servings:
1
1
- 200 g rabbit thigh skin-on
- 30 g hazelnuts chopped
- 20 g unsalted butter softened
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 piece garlic clove minced
- 10 ml olive oil
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch black pepper ground
Origins Europe
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius (about 400 Fahrenheit).
- In a small bowl, mix the softened unsalted butter with minced garlic and fresh thyme leaves.
- Pat the rabbit thigh dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and ground black pepper.
- Rub the herb butter mixture evenly over the rabbit thigh, coating it well.
- Chop the hazelnuts roughly and press them onto the buttered side of the rabbit thigh to form a crust.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Place the rabbit thigh skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 4 minutes until the skin is golden and crisp.
- Flip the rabbit thigh and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
- Roast for 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 74 degrees Celsius (165 Fahrenheit) and the meat is cooked through.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
Tips
- Use fresh hazelnuts for best flavor and toast them lightly before chopping for extra crunch.
- Do not overcook the rabbit to keep it tender and juicy.
- Let the meat rest after cooking to retain moisture.
Serving Suggestions
- roasted baby potatoes
- steamed green beans
- mixed leaf salad
Enjoy this tender and nutty hazelnut roasted rabbit thigh dish with your favorite sides for a delightful meal.
Nutrition Facts
Estimated values per 100g.
- Fiber (g): 1
- Sodium (g): 0.3
- Sugar (g): 1
- Fat (g): 12
- Carbohydrates (g): 3
- Protein (g): 25
- Calories: 220
- Cholesterol (g): 0.09
- Saturated Fat (g): 4
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