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Beef Kidney Recipe French Rognon: Irresistible Flavor

Looking for culinary adventure This beef kidney recipe french rognon pairs bold taste with classic technique—turn ordinary dinner into French flair now!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine French
Servings 4
Calories 375 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Skillet or Frying Pan – For cooking the kidneys and sauce.
  • Cutting Board & Sharp Knife – For trimming and cutting kidneys.
  • Mixing Bowl – For soaking the kidneys.
  • Measuring Cups & Spoons – For accurate ingredient portions.
  • Wooden Spoon or Spatula – For stirring the sauce.
  • Serving Plates or Bowls – For plating the dish beautifully.

Ingredients
  

For the Kidney Preparation:

  • 1 lb beef kidneys cleaned and trimmed
  • 2 cups milk or water for soaking
  • 1 teaspoon salt for soaking

For the Sauce & Cooking:

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 shallot finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ cup white wine or beef broth
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or parsley chopped

For Serving:

  • Crusty bread or rice
  • Extra fresh herbs for garnish

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare the Kidneys

  • Trim any tough membranes or fat from the beef kidneys.
  • Soak in milk or salted water for 30 minutes to 1 hour to reduce strong flavors.
  • Drain, rinse thoroughly, and pat dry.

Step 2: Sauté the Kidneys

  • Cut kidneys into bite-sized pieces.
  • Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add kidneys and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned.
  • Remove from the pan and set aside.

Step 3: Make the Sauce

  • In the same pan, sauté shallots and garlic for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Deglaze with white wine and simmer for 3 minutes until reduced.
  • Stir in Dijon mustard, heavy cream, and black pepper.

Step 4: Finish Cooking

  • Return kidneys to the pan and cook for 5 minutes over low heat.
  • Stir in fresh thyme or parsley, then remove from heat.

Step 5: Serve & Enjoy

  • Serve over crusty bread, rice, or mashed potatoes.
  • Garnish with extra herbs and enjoy!

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Notes

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving, Approximate)
  • Calories: ~375 kcal
  • Protein: ~30g
  • Carbohydrates: ~5g
    • Fiber: ~1g
    • Sugar: ~1g
  • Fat: ~25g
    • Saturated Fat: ~10g
  • Sodium: ~500mg
  • Potassium: ~400mg
💡 For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
Keyword Beef kidney recipe, French cuisine, Rognons de bœuf, Traditional French dish