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Traditional Czech Svíčková with Rabbit

A classic Czech dish featuring tender rabbit in a rich beef or horse radish-based sauce, served with dumplings or potatoes.

150 minutes4 servings
Traditional Czech Svíčková with Rabbit
Photo: Pohled 111 · CC BY-SA 4.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Season the rabbit with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat oil in a large pot and brown the rabbit on all sides.
  3. Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
  4. Sprinkle flour over the rabbit and stir to coat.
  5. Add beef broth, caraway seeds, and mushrooms (if using). Bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat and simmer for 1.5-2 hours until the rabbit is tender.
  7. Stir in sour cream and heat through without boiling.
  8. Serve with boiled potatoes or dumplings.

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