Grouse fritters or nuggets
Grouse fritters or nuggets are a savory dish made from diced or minced grouse meat, bound in a batter or breadcrumb coating and deep-fried until golden. This preparation transforms the lean, gamey bird into a crispy, bite-sized snack or appetizer. The dish is rooted in British and European game cookery, often using seasonal grouse.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat due to the grouse meat and frying method, with minimal carbohydrates unless a heavy batter is used. A typical serving provides a good source of iron, B vitamins, and selenium, with a calorie range of approximately 300-400 kcal per serving.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbs | 12 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 450 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
| Selenium | 22 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 250 mg |
| Zinc | 2.5 mg |
| Potassium | 320 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.8 mcg |
Per 1 serving (about 150 g, roughly 8-10 nuggets) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Grouse is a prized wild game bird in the UK, with its season (the 'Glorious Twelfth' of August) marking a cultural culinary event. Nutritionally, grouse is exceptionally lean and nutrient-dense, making these fritters a way to enjoy game in a more accessible, casual format.
