Okay, so today I want to talk about steak and kidneys. It’s not something I eat every day, but I’ve been experimenting with organ meats lately, and kidneys are surprisingly good.
First, I got my hands on some beef kidneys. They’re a good source of protein and all that healthy stuff. I also grabbed some good steak, you know, the usual kind.
Cleaning the kidneys, that’s the first thing. It’s a bit of work, but you gotta do it. I soaked them in cold water and sliced them up. Then, I changed the water a few times. Made sure they were all clean.
Next, I diced up the steak into bite-sized pieces. Nothing fancy, just regular cubes. I seasoned them with some salt and pepper.
Then, I heated up some oil in a big pot and started browning the steak. I did this in batches, not to overcrowd the pot. Once the steak was nice and brown, I took it out and set it aside.
In the same pot, I tossed in the kidneys. Seared them a bit, just to get some color. They cook faster than the steak, so I kept an eye on them. Once they were done, I took them out too.
- Here’s what I did next:
- I sautéed some onions in the same pot. Cooked them until they were soft and golden.
- Added some garlic, just a bit, for that extra flavor.
- Poured in some beef broth. Not too much, just enough to cover the bottom of the pot.
Then, I put the steak and kidneys back into the pot with the onions, garlic, and broth. Covered the pot and let it simmer. Low heat, you know, so everything gets tender.
Waiting Game
This part takes a while. I let it simmer for a good hour, maybe more. You want the steak and kidneys to be really tender. The smell was amazing, by the way. Filled up the whole kitchen.
After a while, I checked the meat. Fork-tender, that’s what I was going for. And the sauce, oh man, it thickened up nicely. Rich and flavorful.
I served it up with some mashed potatoes. You could do rice, or even some crusty bread. But mashed potatoes, that’s the classic combo.
And there you have it. Steak and kidney, slow-cooked to perfection. It’s a hearty meal, perfect for a cold evening. And honestly, it wasn’t that hard to make. Just takes a bit of time and patience.
I’ve got to say, this steak and kidney thing, it’s a winner. I’ll definitely be making it again.
It might sound a bit weird, cooking with kidneys and all, but trust me, it’s worth a try. You might surprise yourself.