Sautéed Kidneys with Onions

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Sautéed Kidneys with Onions is a classic British and Irish dish, often considered a staple of traditional pub food. It features lamb or pork kidneys, typically diced and quickly sautéed with onions, often in a savory gravy or mustard sauce. The dish is known for its rich, distinctive flavor and is commonly served with toast, mashed potatoes, or fried bread.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein and fat, with minimal carbohydrates, providing a substantial amount of iron, vitamin B12, and zinc. A typical serving contains roughly 250-350 calories, depending on the cut of kidney and cooking fat used.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	300 kcal
Protein	25 g
Carbs	8 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	450 mg
Vitamin B12	14 µg
Iron	6 mg
Zinc	5 mg
Selenium	140 µg
Phosphorus	300 mg
Niacin (B3)	8 mg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.9 mg
Copper	0.4 mg

Per 1 cup (220 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a prime example of 'nose-to-tail' eating, making use of offal to create a hearty, economical meal. Nutritionally, kidneys are an exceptionally dense source of selenium, a mineral crucial for thyroid function and antioxidant defense.