Pan-seared grouse breast with a berry reduction

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Pan-seared grouse breast with a berry reduction is a sophisticated game dish featuring tender, wild grouse meat seared to perfection and served with a rich, tangy sauce made from berries like cranberries or blackberries. It's a classic of British and Northern European cuisine, often associated with autumn and winter hunting seasons. The dish highlights the lean, flavorful meat of the grouse, a wild bird prized for its delicate taste.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein and relatively low in carbohydrates, with the berry reduction adding a touch of natural sugars. It provides key nutrients like iron, zinc, and B vitamins, and a typical serving contains approximately 250-350 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	300 kcal
Protein	38 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	10 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	8 g
Sodium	120 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Zinc	4.2 mg
Vitamin B12	2.1 mcg
Niacin (B3)	12 mg
Phosphorus	320 mg
Selenium	45 mcg
Potassium	380 mg
Vitamin B6	0.8 mg

Per 1 serving (150 g breast meat + 60 g berry reduction) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Grouse is a traditional game bird in the UK, where the 'Glorious Twelfth' marks the start of the shooting season. Nutritionally, it's a lean, sustainable protein source that's often foraged or hunted, connecting the dish to wild food traditions.