Aromatic Egyptian Molokhia with Rabbit and Garlic
Dive into the rich and aromatic world of Egyptian cuisine with this Molokhia dish, featuring tender rabbit and a garlic-infused broth.

Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Marinating the Rabbit
- 1
Combine ingredients
Combine olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and ground coriander in a bowl.
- 2
Coat the rabbit
Rub the mixture onto the rabbit pieces, ensuring all are well coated.
- 3
Marinate
Marinate the rabbit in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
Tip: For best results, marinate overnight.
Preparing the Broth
- 1
Combine ingredients
In a large pot, combine the stock, onion, bay leaves, cloves, and peppercorns.
- 2
Bring to a boil
Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover.
Tip: Do not let the broth boil too vigorously as it will become cloudy.
- 3
Simmer
Simmer for 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Tip: Skim any impurities from the surface for a clearer broth.
How to Make Aromatic Egyptian Molokhia with Rabbit and Garlic
Total time: 4 h 40 min · Yields 6 servings
- 1
Cook the rabbit
Brown marinated rabbit pieces in a pan over medium heat, then set aside.
- 2
Prepare the broth
Strain the broth, return it to the pot, and incorporate the browned rabbit into the broth.
- 3
Cook the molokhia
In a separate pan, sauté garlic in butter. Add molokhia leaves, ground coriander, and salt, constantly stirring until aromatic.
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