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Golden fried sweetbread meat served on a rustic plate, garnished with parsley and paired with fresh greens and lemon wedges.
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Sweet Bread Meat Recipe

This Sweet Bread Meat recipe delivers perfectly golden bites with a crispy exterior and tender, savory interior.
Prep Time15 minutes
Active Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Cuisine: American
Keyword: classic sweetbread recipe, crispy sweetbreads, fried sweetbreads, sweet bread meat, Sweetbread Meat
Collection: Classic Recipes
Yield: 4 people
Calories: 320kcal

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1 pound beef sweetbreads
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour

For Frying:

  • 1 cup oil or as needed

Seasoning:

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Preparing Sweetbreads

  • Tear sweetbreads into 1-inch pieces, removing any stringy ligaments. Rinse thoroughly under water as you go.
  • Drain the sweetbreads using a colander and pat them dry with a paper towel.

Step 2: Preparing the Flour Coating

  • Place the flour in a shallow bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 3: Coating Sweetbreads

  • Press slightly damp sweetbread pieces into the flour, ensuring they are fully coated.

Step 4: Heating the Oil

  • In a large saucepan, heat about ½ inch of oil to 350°F (175°C).

Step 5: Frying the Sweetbreads

  • Carefully place the floured sweetbreads into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, turning them once for even cooking.

Step 6: Draining and Serving

  • Remove the fried sweetbreads from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Sprinkle with additional salt and pepper, if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

Storage: Allow leftover sweetbreads to cool completely before storing them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating: Reheat sweetbreads in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes to maintain their crispiness. Avoid microwaving, as it can make them soggy.
Alternative Method: For a lighter version, bake the coated sweetbreads in an oven at 400°F for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Made with a pinch of love – DinnerTeller.com

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 22g | Fiber: 1g