Skin and clean the rabbit
Remove the entrails and discard them
Rinse the rabbit thoroughly under cold water
Pat the rabbit dry with paper towels
Cut the rabbit into serving pieces
Season with salt and pepper
Marinate if desired
Heat oil or butter in a pan
Brown the rabbit pieces on all sides
Add aromatics, herbs, or vegetables if desired
Cook by braising, roasting, stewing, or frying until tender
Check that the meat is fully cooked before serving
Let rest briefly before serving