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A protein- and B12-rich organ meat dish; nutrition varies with the amount of cooking fat and salt used.
CALORIES · 100 G
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Sautéed Heart and Kidney (180 g) has 369 calories. That works out to 205 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.8 g of carbs, 43.2 g of protein, 20.7 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 32.4 µg of B12 covers 1350% of the Daily Value. Under the NOVA system it is classified as "Minimally Processed".
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
369
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
1.8g
· 1% DV
Protein
43.2g
· 86% DV
Fat
20.7g
· 27% 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 2% · Protein 47% · Fat 51%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 369 kcal | |
| Total fat | 20.7 g | 27% |
| Saturated fat | 6.66 g | 33% |
| Trans fat | 0.18 g | |
| Sodium | 162 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.8 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 43.2 g | 86% |
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) | 180 g | 369 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 58 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 40 g | 82 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 205 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 205 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 308 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 170 g | 349 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 220 g | 451 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 250 g | 513 kcal |
Calculated from 205 calories per 100 g.
Sautéed Heart and Kidney is made by trimming and dicing the organs, then cooking them with fat and seasonings. Start the heart first because it takes longer to soften, and add the kidney later so it does not become rubbery.
For Sautéed Heart and Kidney, remove the kidney’s white central core and surrounding membrane, then rinse briefly and pat it dry. Trim visible vessels and tough connective tissue from the heart as well; thorough trimming helps keep the dish’s flavor clean.
Cook the heart and kidney for different lengths of time. Give the heart time to soften, using a covered pan and a little liquid if needed, but add the kidney near the end and avoid prolonged cooking, which can make it chewy.
Sautéed Heart and Kidney has a deep, savory flavor, but the two organs differ in texture. Heart is dense and meat-like, while kidney has a stronger, more distinctive flavor; onions, pepper, and herbs balance both.
Sautéed Heart and Kidney is a Turkish-style offal preparation using the kavurma method of cooking meat in fat. Recipes vary by household and region, so it is better understood as a home-style dish than as one fixed recipe.
Serve Sautéed Heart and Kidney with flatbread or rice, plus a crisp salad or sliced onions. Pickled vegetables or grilled peppers also work well, cutting through the dish’s rich, savory flavor.
Yes, Sautéed Heart and Kidney can be frozen in an airtight container once it has cooled. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat it thoroughly; the texture of the kidney may become a little firmer after freezing.
Yes, you can eat Sautéed Heart and Kidney leftovers cold if they were refrigerated promptly and kept chilled. For a safer, more enjoyable meal, many people prefer to reheat the dish until steaming hot.
It is safer to cook Sautéed Heart and Kidney thoroughly rather than judge doneness by color. Cut through the largest pieces to check that they are hot throughout, especially when cooking organs from different animals or sources.
People with gout are generally advised to limit Sautéed Heart and Kidney because organ meats are high in purines, which can raise uric acid. If you manage gout with medication or a specific diet, ask your clinician about suitable portions.
Vitamins
B12
32.4µg · 1350% DV
B2
1.98mg · 152% DV
B5
4.32mg · 86% DV
B3
12.96mg · 81% DV
Minerals
Selenium
180µg · 327% DV
Copper
0.9mg · 100% DV
Phosphorus
504mg · 72% DV
Zinc
6.3mg · 57% DV
Potassium ⭐
540mg · 16% DV
Sodium
162mg · 7% DV
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Sautéed Heart and Kidney is a Turkish offal dish made by cutting heart and kidney into pieces and cooking them in a pan with fat. Home-style versions may include onion and spices, while the amount of cooking fat and salt varies.
It has a deep, savoury flavour: heart is fairly firm, while kidney has a more distinctive taste. It is usually served hot as part of a meal, with bread or alongside rice and salad. The dish is rich in protein and vitamin B12, with 24 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter plate, use a modest amount of cooking fat and pair it with fresh salad.
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
6.66g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.74g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.98g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.