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Beef kidney
Calories & nutrition facts
new zealand, imported, variety meats and by-products, raw
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 87 kcal —
- Protein 16 g 31%
- Carbohydrate 0 g 0%
- Fat 2.6 g 3%
- Saturated fat 0.6 g 3%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sugars 0 g —
- Sodium 175 mg 8%
- Cholesterol 404 mg 135%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 89 µg 10%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0.2 µg 1%
- Vitamin E 0.82 mg 5%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.56 mg 47%
- Riboflavin (B2) 2.1 mg 163%
- Niacin (B3) 4.9 mg 30%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 4 mg 79%
- Vitamin B6 0.32 mg 19%
- Vitamin B12 27.7 µg 1153%
Minerals
- Calcium 9 mg 1%
- Iron 3.8 mg 21%
- Magnesium 15 mg 4%
- Phosphorus 234 mg 19%
- Potassium 225 mg 5%
- Zinc 1.5 mg 14%
- Copper 0.41 mg 45%
- Manganese 0.11 mg 5%
- Selenium 103 µg 188%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 87 | 16 g | 0 g | 2.6 g |
| 1 × oz | 113 g | 98 | 18 g | 0 g | 3 g |
| 2 × oz | 226 g | 197 | 35 g | 0 g | 6 g |
| ½ × oz | 56.5 g | 49 | 8.9 g | 0 g | 1.5 g |
| 3 × oz | 339 g | 295 | 53 g | 0 g | 8.9 g |
| 4 × oz | 452 g | 393 | 71 g | 0 g | 12 g |
Similar foods
- Beef liverraw135 kcal / 100 g
- Lamb kidneynew zealand, imported, raw84 kcal / 100 g
- Beef heartraw112 kcal / 100 g
- Bovine kidneyraw118 kcal / 100 g
- Veal kidneysvariety meats and by-products, raw99 kcal / 100 g
- Ox kidneyraw91 kcal / 100 g
- Calf kidneyraw81 kcal / 100 g
- Pork kidneysfresh, variety meats and by-products, raw100 kcal / 100 g
- Lamb livernew zealand, imported, raw136 kcal / 100 g
- Kidney96 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Beef kidney
How do you prepare beef kidney before cooking?
Trim away the tough white core and any outer membrane with a small sharp knife, then cut the kidney into pieces. Soaking it in cold water or milk for 30 minutes can soften its strong flavour; pat it dry before cooking.
How long should you cook beef kidney?
For a quick-fried dish, sear thin slices in a very hot pan for about 2–3 minutes, turning once; overcooking makes them tough. For a pie or stew, cut the kidney small and simmer it with the other ingredients until tender.
What dishes are made with beef kidney?
Steak and kidney pie combines it with diced beef in a rich gravy beneath pastry. Devilled kidneys are a British breakfast or supper dish: the pieces are pan-fried with a spicy, tangy sauce and served on toast.
How should you store fresh beef kidney?
Keep it covered in the coldest part of the fridge and cook it within a day or two. To keep it longer, wrap it airtight and freeze it; thaw it in the fridge before cooking.
How can you tell if beef kidney is fresh when buying it?
Choose kidney that is firm, moist rather than slimy, and has a mild smell. Avoid it if it has a sour or strong unpleasant odour, or if the surface feels sticky.
Can you eat beef kidney raw?
No. Beef kidney should be cooked thoroughly; keep it separate from ready-to-eat foods, and wash your hands, knife and board after handling it.
What nutrients stand out in beef kidney?
Beef kidney is high in selenium, riboflavin (vitamin B2), thiamin (vitamin B1), niacin and vitamin B12. A 113 g portion provides 18 g of protein and 31.3 µg of vitamin B12.
How much energy does a serving of beef kidney provide?
A typical 113 g portion provides 98 kcal. It is a relatively lean cut, with 2.6 g of fat per 100 g.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 174727 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
