Sweetbread Skewers
Sweetbread skewers are a savory dish featuring marinated and grilled sweetbreads (typically thymus or pancreas glands from young animals like calves or lambs) threaded onto skewers. They are often seasoned with herbs, garlic, and spices, then cooked over an open flame or grill. This dish is popular in various cuisines, including French, Italian, and South American cooking.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Sweetbread skewers are high in protein and fat, with minimal carbohydrates. They provide a good source of vitamins like B12 and minerals such as iron and zinc, with a typical serving containing around 250-350 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbs | 2 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 150 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.5 µg |
| Iron | 2.1 mg |
| Zinc | 3.2 mg |
| Selenium | 18 µg |
| Phosphorus | 200 mg |
| Copper | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 4.5 mg |
Per 4 oz (113 g) skewer (2-3 pieces) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, sweetbreads are considered a delicacy in many gourmet traditions, prized for their rich, creamy texture when properly prepared. Nutritionally, they offer a dense source of high-quality protein and essential nutrients, making them a nutrient-dense option despite their higher fat content.
