Whole Rabbit
$19.95
*All our products are frozen and will be ship frozen with dry ice.
Don't forget to store them in a freezer upon reception.
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Whole Rabbit
The mmmediterranean Whole Rabbit is a benchmark of European poultry excellence, sourced from specialized French farms adhering to traditional Élevage standards.
Unlike domestic commercial alternatives, these rabbits are air-chilled to maintain muscle fiber integrity and are processed with the liver included a critical component for authentic pâtés, terrines, and traditional Lapin à la Moutarde.
This product represents the apex of lean, high-protein culinary staples favored by Michelin-starred establishments for its superior yield and delicate, game-adjacent flavor profile.
The mmmediterranean Difference
The distinction lies in the Air-Chilling Process. While industrial processors utilize water-immersion chilling, which leads to moisture bloat and flavor dilution. Our rabbits are chilled using purified air. This method prevents water absorption, ensuring that the weight you purchase is 100% meat and bone, not added water.
This artisanal approach preserves the natural density and succulence of the meat, resulting in a cleaner sear and more concentrated flavor during braising. By maintaining the liver within the vacuum seal, we provide chefs with the essential offal required for traditional French sauce enrichment.
Operational Impact
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Operational Efficiency: Eliminates the labor-intensive process of sourcing and cleaning whole, head-on small game. The vacuum-packed, head-off format allows for immediate fabrication into the six primary cuts (saddles, hind legs, and forelegs) without specialized butchery equipment.
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Economic Predictability: Air-chilled processing ensures zero shrinkage during the thawing phase. The consistency in weight and density allows for precise plate-costing and a 1:1 ratio of purchased weight to usable product, unlike water-chilled poultry.
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Culinary Authority: The “Vegetarian-Fed” and “No Antibiotic” claims provide the clean-label transparency modern diners demand. Offering rabbit allows a menu to pivot from standard poultry to a high-margin, “Sunday Roast” delicacy that signals European culinary sophistication.
Preparation & Storage
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Fabrication: Separate the rabbit into six primal cuts. Utilize the meaty hind legs and forelegs for long-format braises (stews, confit, or civet). The saddle halves (including loins) are best suited for quick-sear methods or roasting to internal temperatures of 160°F (71°C).
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Pairing: Architect flavors using Mediterranean aromatics. Rabbit excels when paired with earthy artichokes, crisp green beans, or a traditional Dijon mustard cream reduction.
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Safety Note: Exercise professional caution during fabrication; rabbit bones are finer and sharper than chicken bones.
- Find out 31 recipes on this link. Check out our full selection of rabbit.
Shipped frozen with dry ice from our New Jersey warehouse. Maintain in freezer upon reception to preserve IQF quality.
Additional information
| Weight | 3 lbs |
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| Scientific Name | Oryctolagus cuniculus |
| Origin | France (Traditional French Husbandry) |
| Production Method | Air-Chilled; Vegetarian-Fed; No Hormones or Antibiotics |
| Condition | Raw, Frozen, Head-Off, Liver Included |
| Size/Weight per Unit | Approx. 2.5 – 3 lbs per unit |
| Certifications | All-Natural; Non-GMO Feed |
| Dietary Info | Lean Protein; Zero Additives; 100% Traceable |
| Packaging | Individually Vacuum Packed; IQF (Individually Quick Frozen) |
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Why Choose Our Products
100% Natural
All our products are 100% natural. We can assure you that our products do not contain GMO’s, antibiotics, or chemicals. We work closely with our providers and select them carefully so that they meet our high quality standards.
Traceability
All of our products come from the mediterranean area and the atlantic ocean. Our Seafood products are traced and referenced at Fishchoice and are rated by the Monterrey Bay Aquarium seafood watch program. Check out our about page to learn more about these certifications.
Finest Food
We have imported frozen food from the mediterranean since 1998. Our products are high quality and used by star chefs and star restaurants all over the United States.
Authentic Mediterranean Sourcing
We bring the vibrant coastal flavors of Spain, Italy, France, Greece and more of the Mediterranean area directly to the American kitchen. By sourcing exclusively from traditional harvests and deep-sea areas, we provide elite species like our signature Wild Octopus and Red Shrimp.
Every product is frozen at the source to preserve the "oceanic sweetness" and artisanal quality of the Mediterranean Sea. Read our Ultimate Guide to learn what makes Mediterranean seafood the global standard.