Gizzard

Poultry

Gizzard

Partridge 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 British, French and Spanish 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 183

Amount per 100 g

  • Total Fat 9.73 g
  • Saturated Fat 3.1 g
  • Trans Fat 0.1 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat 3.98 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat 1.91 g
  • Cholesterol 85.4 mg
  • Sodium 70.5 mg
  • Salt 0.15 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 1.03 g
  • Dietary Fibre 0 g
  • Total Sugars 0.51 g
  • Complex / starch 0 g
  • Protein 22.4 g
  • Water 67.5 g
Detailed nutrients

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

History

As partridge cookery specialised, gizzard was portioned and sold ready for the pan. European manors roasted partridge as refined small game.

European manors roasted partridge as refined small game; gizzard of partridge took a named place in that kitchen trade.

European manors roasted partridge as refined small game. Cooks treated gizzard of partridge as a cut with its own timing and sides.

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