Stir-Fried Gizzards with Chili
Stir-Fried Gizzards with Chili is a classic, savory, and spicy dish from Chinese cuisine, particularly popular in Sichuan and Hunan provinces. It features tender chicken gizzards, which are the muscular part of the bird's stomach, stir-fried at high heat with a vibrant mix of fresh chilies, garlic, ginger, and often Sichuan peppercorns for a numbing kick.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is very high in protein and relatively low in carbohydrates, making it a lean, nutrient-dense option. A typical serving provides a good source of iron and B vitamins, with a calorie count that generally falls between 200-300 calories per portion, depending on the amount of oil used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbs | 6 g |
| Fat | 16 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 850 mg |
| Iron | 5.5 mg |
| Zinc | 4.8 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Potassium | 320 mg |
| Selenium | 45 mcg |
| Cholesterol | 340 mg |
Per 1 cup (220 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a beloved example of 'chuān cài' (Sichuan cuisine) that transforms a humble, affordable ingredient into a flavorful delicacy through expert knife work and wok technique. Nutritionally, gizzards are a powerhouse, offering more iron and less fat than many common cuts of meat.
