Chinese Stir-Fried Kidneys with Ginger

Chinese Stir-Fried Kidneys with Ginger recipe videos

Chinese Stir-Fried Kidneys with Ginger is a classic dish, particularly popular in Cantonese and Sichuan cuisines, featuring pork kidneys sliced and quickly stir-fried with generous amounts of ginger, Shaoxing wine, and savory sauces. The kidneys are meticulously cleaned to remove any strong odor, resulting in a tender, slightly springy texture with a rich, mineral flavor balanced by the aromatic ginger.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a high-protein, low-carbohydrate meal, providing essential nutrients like iron, zinc, and B vitamins (especially B12). A typical serving contains approximately 250-300 calories, with the majority of calories coming from protein and a moderate amount of fat from the cooking oil.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	280 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	4 g
Fat	16 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	650 mg
Iron	6 mg
Zinc	5 mg
Vitamin B12	18 µg
Selenium	45 µg
Phosphorus	320 mg
Potassium	380 mg
Copper	0.4 mg
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)	1.2 mg

Per 1 cup (200 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this dish is often prepared with meticulous care to transform an ingredient some might find challenging into a delicacy, showcasing Chinese culinary techniques of balancing flavors and textures. Nutritionally, organ meats like kidneys are nutrient-dense powerhouses, offering significantly higher concentrations of certain vitamins and minerals compared to muscle meats.