Rabbit Fricassee

Rabbit Fricassee is a classic French dish where rabbit pieces are browned and then gently simmered in a rich, creamy white sauce, often with mushrooms and herbs. It's a traditional comfort food, particularly popular in regions like Burgundy and the Dordogne.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a high-protein, low-carb meal, with the rabbit providing lean protein and the cream sauce contributing healthy fats. A typical serving offers a good source of B vitamins, selenium, and phosphorus, with a calorie count generally in the range of 400-500 kcal.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	42 g
Carbs	5 g
Fat	28 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	600 mg
Selenium	35 mcg
Phosphorus	380 mg
Niacin (B3)	9 mg
Vitamin B12	2.5 mcg
Potassium	420 mg
Zinc	3 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Vitamin B6	0.5 mg

Per 1 serving (approx. 300 g, including sauce) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, fricassee is a historic cooking method that bridges the gap between a stew and a sauté, prized for its tender results. Nutritionally, rabbit meat is exceptionally lean and sustainable, often cited as a high-protein alternative to other meats.