Hands holding a cast iron skillet of rabbit stew with root vegetables and fresh herbs on a wood cutting board.

Rabbit 101

New to cooking rabbit? Start here. Rabbit has been a staple in kitchens around the world for centuriesโ€”loved for its lean, flavorful meat and incredible versatility. Now, itโ€™s making its way back to the modern table, from weeknight dinners to special occasions. Weโ€™re here to help you make it easy.

Rabbit Meat 101: What to Know Before You Cook

Rabbit meat bolognese with pappardelle pasta in wide white bowl with a napkin and fork.

Whatโ€™s Different?

Natural State Rabbit is naturally better meat, raised on a clean vegetarian diet of sweet grasses, barley, and whole grainsโ€”without harmful hormones or antibiotics. Rabbit is a clean, delicately flavored protein fit for both gourmet kitchens and everyday meals. Lean, protein-packed, and simple to cookโ€”youโ€™re one step away from roasting, braising, grilling, or simmering.

Raw portioned young rabbit with giblets on a wood cutting board with parchment paper, a cast iron skillet, fresh herbs, and bowls of salt and peppercorns.

Preparation

At Natural State Rabbit, our mission is to make rabbit a wholesome staple in every kitchen. Whether starting with cuts, or breaking intoย whole rabbit, youโ€™ll find comfort in cooking it your way.