Ingredients

  • 2 rabbits, cut for frying
  • vinegar, and
  • water, in equal amounts
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon whole cloves
  • 4 bay leaves
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 cup heavy sour cream

Method

  • Place cut up rabbit in a large bowl or crock and cover with marinade of equal parts water and vinegar, the onion, salt, pepper, cloves and bay leaves.
  • Cover the bowl or crock and let marinade in a cool/cold place for two days.
  • Remove rabbit pieces and dry each piece.
  • Melt butter in a Dutch oven or heavy skillet and slowly brown rabbit, turning it often.
  • Gradually add some of the marinade sauce, about 1/2 cup each time, and simmer with a lid on it until it is tender.
  • Add sour cream just before serving.