Gizzard

Poultry

Gizzard

Grouse gizzard is muscular and chewy until simmered tender—then excellent fried, stewed or in gravy. Clean well, braise until tender, crisp if desired. A classic thrift cut in Scottish and northern English game traditions.

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Characteristics

Preparations

BraisedConfitCookedFreshFriedGrilledPreparedRoasted

Traits

Butcher CutChewy Until TenderCulinary PartFlavourfulGizzardVersatile

Nutrition and pairings

Nutrition

Typical values per 100 g edible portion. Nutrient names open the reference page.

Nutrition Facts

Per 100 g edible portion

Calories 181

Amount per 100 g

  • Total Fat 9.83 g
  • Saturated Fat 3.13 g
  • Trans Fat 0.1 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat 4.04 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat 1.94 g
  • Cholesterol 86.8 mg
  • Sodium 69.8 mg
  • Salt 0.15 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 1.04 g
  • Dietary Fibre 0 g
  • Total Sugars 0.5 g
  • Complex / starch 0 g
  • Protein 21.9 g
  • Water 66.5 g
Detailed nutrients

Gizzard of Grouse: composition reflects this culinary part relative to the whole ingredient.

History

As grouse cookery specialised, gizzard was portioned and sold ready for the pan. Highland and moorland kitchens roasted grouse as a seasonal luxury.

Highland and moorland kitchens roasted grouse as a seasonal luxury; gizzard of grouse took a named place in that kitchen trade.

Highland and moorland kitchens roasted grouse as a seasonal luxury. Cooks treated gizzard of grouse as a cut with its own timing and sides.

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