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High in protein, vitamin B12, iron and selenium
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Sauteed beef kidney (120 g) has 184 calories. That works out to 153 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.2 g of carbs, 31.2 g of protein, 5.8 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 32.4 µg of B12 covers 1350% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
184
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
2.2g
· 1% DV
Protein
31.2g
· 62% DV
Fat
5.8g
· 7% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 5% · Protein 67% · Fat 28%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 184 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.8 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.8 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 264 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 31.2 g | 62% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 184 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 43 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 69 kcal |
| ½ cup (diced) | 70 g | 107 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 75 g | 115 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 153 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 110 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 140 g | 214 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 275 kcal |
Calculated from 153 calories per 100 g.
To make sauteed beef kidney, clean and cut the kidney into pieces, then cook it briefly in a hot pan. You can soften onions or peppers first and add the kidney afterward; prolonged cooking can make it tough.
For sauteed beef kidney, remove the outer membrane and cut out the firm white core and ducts. Halve the kidney to expose them, trim them away with a knife, and rinse the meat under cold water before cooking.
Thorough trimming and rinsing help reduce the strong smell of sauteed beef kidney. You can also soak the cleaned pieces briefly in milk, then rinse and pat them dry; fresh kidney and a hot, uncrowded pan help too.
Sauteed beef kidney has a naturally distinctive, mineral-like flavor because kidney is an organ meat. Removing the white core and membrane can make the taste milder; onions, pepper, and a little acidity also balance its richness.
Cook sauteed beef kidney quickly over high heat and avoid overcrowding the pan. Long cooking can make kidney rubbery, so take it off the heat once it is cooked through rather than leaving it to simmer.
Sauteed beef kidney pairs well with onions, crusty bread, potatoes, or rice, plus a fresh salad or something acidic such as lemon. The bright, crisp side helps balance the kidney’s rich, distinctive flavor.
Yes, you can freeze sauteed beef kidney. Cool it promptly, divide it into meal-sized portions, and use airtight freezer containers. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat it thoroughly; do not freeze it again after thawing.
Store sauteed beef kidney in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it within three to four days. Refrigerate it promptly after cooking rather than leaving it at room temperature, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat.
Sauteed beef kidney provides protein, vitamin B12, iron, and selenium. Kidney is also high in purines, so people with gout or kidney disease should ask their doctor or dietitian whether and how often it fits their diet.
No, sauteed beef kidney should not be eaten raw or rare. Cook it thoroughly to reduce the risk of foodborne illness, and wash hands, utensils, and surfaces that touched the raw kidney before using them for other foods.
Vitamins
B12
32.4µg · 1350% DV
Vitamin A
5028µg · 559% DV
B2
3.36mg · 258% DV
B3
11.52mg · 72% DV
Minerals
Selenium
276µg · 502% DV
Copper
0.54mg · 60% DV
Phosphorus
294mg · 42% DV
Iron
6.96mg · 39% DV
Sodium
264mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
360mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Sauteed beef kidney is beef kidney cleaned, cut into pieces and quickly cooked in a pan, often with onion, peppers and seasoning. In Turkey, where offal has a place in home cooking as well as at specialist eateries, it is served hot as a simple, savoury dish.
The flavour is distinctive and rich; when cooked just until tender, the texture stays pleasantly firm. It can be eaten with bread and a sharp onion-and-herb salad, or served as part of a larger meal. It is high in protein and also provides vitamin B12, iron and selenium. For a lighter plate, use a modest amount of oil and pair it with fresh salad or a squeeze of lemon.
Very high
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.56g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.48g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.6:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.