Sweetbread and Mushroom Ragout

Sweetbread and Mushroom Ragout recipe videos

Sweetbread and Mushroom Ragout is a classic French bistro dish featuring tender, sautéed sweetbreads (the thymus gland of a calf or lamb) in a rich, creamy sauce with mushrooms, shallots, and often a splash of white wine or brandy. It's a luxurious, savory stew traditionally served over toast, puff pastry, or alongside mashed potatoes. The dish is a hallmark of French charcuterie and offal cuisine, prized for its delicate texture and deep umami flavor.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein and fat, with a moderate amount of carbohydrates depending on the serving base. It provides significant B vitamins (especially B12), iron, and selenium, and a typical serving ranges from 400 to 600 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	480 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	8 g
Fat	38 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	620 mg
Vitamin B12	12.5 mcg
Iron	4.2 mg
Selenium	28 mcg
Phosphorus	310 mg
Zinc	3.8 mg
Niacin (B3)	6.5 mg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.9 mg
Potassium	380 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) ragout with sauce, excluding toast or potatoes · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Sweetbreads are a 'nose-to-tail' delicacy, celebrated in many European cuisines for their mild, creamy texture that contrasts beautifully with earthy mushrooms. Nutritionally, they are an excellent source of high-quality protein and essential minerals, often overlooked in modern diets.