Rabbit and San Daniele Skewer

The rabbit and San Daniele ham skewer is a dish that combines the delicacy of rabbit meat with the unmistakable taste of one of Italy’s most famous raw hams. Here is the recipe to prepare this flavor-rich dish:

Ingredients

• 500 g of deboned rabbit
• 12 slices of San Daniele ham
• 2 sprigs of rosemary
• 4 cloves of garlic
• Extra virgin olive oil to taste
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Toothpicks or wooden skewers for grilling

Preparation

1. Start by cutting the rabbit meat into pieces of about 3 cm, trying to make them uniform for even cooking.
2. Take the garlic cloves and lightly crush them with the flat side of a knife.
3. Pat the San Daniele ham slices with kitchen paper to remove any excess moisture.
4. Wrap each piece of rabbit with a slice of San Daniele ham and secure them with a toothpick or alternate them onto a wooden skewer.
5. Prepare a marinade with extra virgin olive oil, chopped rosemary, salt, and pepper. Mix the ingredients well.
6. Place the skewers in a tray and coat them with the marinade on all sides.
7. Let the skewers rest for at least 30 minutes, so that they absorb the flavors of the marinade.
8. Heat a grill or non-stick pan and cook the skewers over medium-high heat, turning them occasionally, until the rabbit is golden brown and well-cooked inside (about 8-10 minutes, depending on the size of the pieces).
9. Once cooked, remove the skewers from the pan and let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving.

Curiosity

San Daniele ham is a PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) product, and its aging process must take place exclusively in the area of the municipality of San Daniele del Friuli, located in the province of Udine. This area is unique for its microclimate, which contributes to giving the ham its unique characteristics of sweetness and fragrance. Pairing San Daniele with rabbit meat creates a blend of flavors that enhances both the delicate white meat and the intense taste of the raw ham.