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 centuries—loved for its lean, flavorful meat and incredible versatility. Now, it’s making its way back to the modern table, from weeknight dinners to special occasions. We’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.

What’s Different?

Natural State Rabbit is naturally better meat, raised on a clean vegetarian diet of sweet grasses, barley, and whole grains—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 cook—you’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 into whole rabbit, you’ll find comfort in cooking it your way.

Feeling Inspired?

Explore recipes.

Roasted rabbit loin on a white plate with carrot ribbons and pea puree.
Roasted Rabbit Loin with Pea Puree and Carrot Ribbon Salad

When you want something special without the stress, roasted rabbit loin is a perfect pick.

Read more
Cooked rabbit stew with root vegetables in a cast iron skillet with fresh herbs on a wood cutting board.
Hearty Rabbit Stew with Root Vegetables

When you're craving a bowl of comfort, rabbit stew is a simple yet satisfying weeknight meal.

Read more
A bowl of rabbit bolognese with a napkin and fork.
Rabbit Bolognese

Comforting and rich, rabbit Bolognese is a rustic twist on a beloved classic.

Read more

Farm Raised Fresh Cuts

There’s a cut for everyone.

Shop Butcher Shop
Raw whole young rabbit with giblets on a slate board with a butcher knife, cast iron skillet, fresh herbs, garlic cloves, and bowls of salt and peppercorns.
Natural State Rabbit
Whole Young Rabbit with Giblets From $33.00
Raw whole rabbit with giblets on slate board with a knife and bowls of salt and peppercorns.
Natural State Rabbit
Whole Rabbit with Giblets From $45.00
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.
Natural State Rabbit
Portioned Young Rabbit with Giblets From $37.00
Raw rabbit hind quarters on slate board with fresh herbs, garlic cloves, and bowls of salt and peppercorns.
Natural State Rabbit
Hind Quarters From $32.00
Raw rabbit fore quarters on slate board with fresh herbs, garlic cloves, and bowls of salt and peppercorns.
Natural State Rabbit
Fore Quarters From $12.00
Raw rabbit bone-in saddle on a wood cutting board with parchment paper, a cast iron skillet, fresh herbs, and bowls of salt and peppercorns.
Natural State Rabbit
Bone-In Saddle From $28.00
Raw rabbit de-boned saddle on a slate board with fresh herbs, garlic cloves, and bowls of salt and peppercorns.
Natural State Rabbit
Deboned Saddle From $23.00
Raw rabbit tenderloins on slate board with fresh herbs, garlic cloves, and bowls of salt and peppercorns.
Natural State Rabbit
Rabbit Tenderloins From $30.00
Raw rabbit tenderloins on slate board with fresh herbs, garlic cloves, and bowls of salt and peppercorns.
Natural State Rabbit
Rabbit Tenderloins Large Bag From $75.00
Raw rabbit wings on slate board with fresh herbs, garlic cloves, and a bowl of salt.
Natural State Rabbit
Rabbit Wings From $10.50
Raw rabbit cutlets on slate board with fresh herbs and a bowl of salt.
Natural State Rabbit
Rabbit Cutlets From $22.00
Raw rabbit cutlets on slate board with fresh herbs and a bowl of salt.
Natural State Rabbit
Rabbit Cutlets Large Bag From $105.00