Sweetbread Schnitzel
Sweetbread Schnitzel is a luxurious Austrian and Central European dish where tender, creamy sweetbreads (typically thymus or pancreas glands) are breaded and fried until golden and crisp. It's traditionally served with a lemon wedge and often accompanied by a potato or parsley salad. The preparation elevates a prized offal cut into an elegant, textural delight.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is very high in protein and fat, with minimal carbohydrates coming solely from the breading. It is a rich source of B vitamins (especially B12), iron, and selenium, with a typical serving containing approximately 450-550 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 480 kcal |
| Protein | 35 g |
| Carbs | 18 g |
| Fat | 28 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 650 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 8.5 µg |
| Selenium | 45 µg |
| Phosphorus | 380 mg |
| Iron | 4.5 mg |
| Zinc | 5 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.4 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Cholesterol | 450 mg |
Per 1 piece (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it represents a classic example of 'nose-to-tail' eating, transforming a specialty organ meat into a gourmet schnitzel. Nutritionally, sweetbreads are surprisingly nutrient-dense, offering high-quality protein and essential minerals, though they are also high in cholesterol.
🍽️ Related dishes
AI estimate may be inaccurate · Terms