Rabbit Burgers with Herb Aioli

Rabbit Burgers with Herb Aioli

Rabbit Recipe

Serves:6
Prep:20 minutes
Cook:10-15 minutes
Difficulty:Medium
4.2(181)

1Setup & Prepare

About This Recipe

Experience rabbit at its finest with this juicy recipe. The key is proper burger technique, which ensures the ultimate wild game burger experience every time you make it.

American classic meets lean game meat

Gourmet Burger Evolution This preparation elevates the American hamburger using lean rabbit meat, creating sophisticated flavors while maintaining the dish's essential comfort food character.

Ingredients (Serves 6)

  • 2.5 lbs ground rabbit
  • 1/2 lb ground pork fat (20% addition)
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder, onion powder
  • 2 tsp salt, 1 tsp pepper
  • 6 brioche buns

Herb Aioli:

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh herbs (basil, parsley, chives)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Burger Perfection Method

  1. Proper Fat Integration: Gently mix the ground rabbit with pork fat. Handle the mixture as little as possible - overworking creates tough burgers.

  2. Aioli Preparation: Whisk together mayonnaise with fresh herbs, garlic, and lemon until smooth. Taste and adjust the seasoning.

  3. Cooking Technique: Grill over medium-high heat without pressing down with a spatula - that just squeezes out all the flavorful juices.

  4. Assembly: Toast the buns lightly. Build your burgers with fresh greens and a generous spread of that herb aioli.

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3Cooking Instructions

  1. Proper Fat Integration: Gently mix the ground rabbit with pork fat. Handle the mixture as little as possible - overworking creates tough burgers.

  2. Aioli Preparation: Whisk together mayonnaise with fresh herbs, garlic, and lemon until smooth. Taste and adjust the seasoning.

  3. Cooking Technique: Grill over medium-high heat without pressing down with a spatula - that just squeezes out all the flavorful juices.

  4. Assembly: Toast the buns lightly. Build your burgers with fresh greens and a generous spread of that herb aioli.

FDA Food Safety Guidelines

⚠️ Important: Rabbit should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) to ensure safety.

  • Always use an instant-read meat thermometer to verify doneness.
  • Wash hands, utensils, and surfaces after handling raw wild game.
  • Thaw frozen game in the refrigerator — never at room temperature.
  • Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours of cooking.

Nutritional Information

Per serving: 410 calories, 37g protein, 23g fat, 30g carbohydrates.

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Per serving: 410 calories, 37g protein, 23g fat, 30g carbohydrates.

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