Sweetbreads

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Sweetbread meat is from the gland of cattle, and this is how my husband and I prepare them. We like to cook them in tiny pieces. The taste reminds me of chicken hearts — only better. One pound of sweetbreads makes plenty for 2 using this recipe.

Submitted by Norma
Updated on November 22, 2024
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Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 1 pound beef sweetbreads

  • 1 cup oil for frying, or as needed

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour

  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

    all ingredients gathered to make sweetbreads.

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  2. Tear sweetbreads apart into 1-inch pieces. Discard any stringy ligaments holding them together, rinsing with water as you go.

    sweetbreads torn into 1-inch pieces, being rinsed as you go.

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  3. Drain in a colander set in the sink.

    sweetbreads drained in a colander.

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  4. Heat 1/2 inch oil in a large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  5. Place flour into a bowl. Press slightly wet sweetbreads into flour to coat.

    sweetbreads coated in flour.

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  6. Fry coated sweetbreads in hot oil until golden brown, turning once.

    sweetbreads being fried until golden-brown.

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  7. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Season with salt and pepper.

    sweetbreads draining on a paper towel-lined plate.

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Editor's Note:

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount may vary depending on cook time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

373 Calories
29g Fat
12g Carbs
15g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 373
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 29g 37%
Saturated Fat 9g 44%
Cholesterol 253mg 84%
Sodium 109mg 5%
Total Carbohydrate 12g 4%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Protein 15g 31%
Vitamin C 39mg 43%
Calcium 10mg 1%
Iron 3mg 17%
Potassium 425mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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