Devilled Kidneys a British breakfast classic

Devilled kidneys on toast was very popular in the past although you don't see it as often now. Its a pity as the taste is excellent and a wonderful breakfast.
If you are squeamish about offal, it may help if you chop up the livers very small.
You will need:
Lambs kidneys (Use veal kidneys for a richer taste)
a white onion
garlic cloves
fresh parsley
English mustard (dry or pre mixed)
Worcestershire sauce
Chilli powder or cayenne pepper
Double or heavy cream
oil or dripping
salt and pepper

[@Recipeengine]

I know its not for everyone, but I urge you to try it. You may be surprised! If you are wondering about the black glove, its not me doing an impression of Michael Jackson, its because I cut the tip of my finger and would really hate it to come off again while its healing :)

[@crissy4346]

I don't know if I can get lamb kidneys here where I live, will beef or pork kidneys work?

[@Recipeengine]

@@crissy4346 Hi. Yes, definitely. Just be aware that they have a stronger taste and I would soak them in milk for an hour before using. If you can get them at all, I would highly recommend Calves kidneys. They are the best, but quite expensive. :)

[@crissy4346]

​@@Recipeenginethank you so much! I wish offal was more popular in the US. That's why it's so difficult to get offal besides chicken liver(which I love)and tripe, and occasionally beef heart

[@cindygracia5355]

Would liver work well with this recipe?

[@protopigeon]

Looks superb! Love kidneys

[@Recipeengine]

Thank you so much. Me too! :)

[@Hobbinski]

That looks offally good!

[@maxwellfan55]

Such an underrated delicacy, but that means more for us connoisseurs. Also great in Moroccan dishes like couscous and lamb tagine. I prefer them halved as they keep their kidney shape! Go easy on them if you are prone to gout.

[@markbingham8173]

Replace cream with crème freche as a lighter option. Can also skip brandy whisky if for breakfast

[@beachcomberbloke462]

Further to my earlier comment,i just had to thank you for this scrumptious dish.We had it for dinner as i said with rice and green beans,as you say what,s not to like brandy and cream sauce,heavenly! Sorry i thought you were a Yorkshireman!😀👍

[@beachcomberbloke462]

Wow! I love your no nonsense straight forward Yorkshire? presentation.Unlike so called celebrity chefs this is all about the recipe not the chefs ego! I will definitely try this dish tonight and serve on a bed of rice and green beans,washed down with a nice Chianti!😀👍

[@Recipeengine]

Sounds great! Nearly, Lancashire ;)

[@Getpojke]

Heaven, what a tasty breakfast or supper. Instead of onions I like to add leeks for a whack of fresh sweetness - also some liver in there too. When it comes to a cooked breakfast I have a top three: - Kedgeree made with Arbroath smokies, kidney, liver & leeks (with some tattie scones) & a full Scottish cooked breakfast. 😋

[@theeccentricenglishman]

Great sauce! Loved the flambe! I find kitchen scissors get the white centres out of the kidneys. Small sharp nail scissors are great. Thanks for the recipe.

[@Recipeengine]

Yes, good choice! I think I have some somewhere. cheers :)

[@puertea7829]

This looks great!!

[@Recipeengine]

Thank you. It was. :)

[@cookingwithsherry]

I’ve never had kidneys . I don’t think they sell them in the US . But I’d be willing to try as I’ve eaten tongue, liver , heart , gizzards so I’d try kidney . That looks tasty ! Thanks for sharing

[@Recipeengine]

Thanks Sherry. I think you would like them if you like tongue. similar in flavour and texture :)

[@Recipeengine]

If you swapped the kidneys for mushrooms, it would make a great steak sauce!

[@TheLuc224]

It actually looks very nice and I am sure that people should eat more organs. They are pretty healthy

[@Recipeengine]

They tasted lovely. Its funny really, its just the thought of them that seems to put people off :)

[@ThePigPig65]

Good stuff 👍🏻.. but please promote local butchers , i never use meats from supermarkets

[@Recipeengine]

That is a good shout actually. I will do in future. :)

[@eastafrica1020]

Can one use beef kidneys?

[@Recipeengine]

Yes, you definitely can. Soak them in milk first to lessen the smell though. :)

[@stevo54838]

Not exactly a simple breakfast by any means. A tasty breakfast, maybe. But definitely not a quick, simple breakfast for when you've slept in , you're in a hurry and have limited time..

[@Recipeengine]

Ha ha. No agreed. Might have been a touch optimistic with that. I was also making kedgeree and a full English on that day, so out of the three it seemed it at the time! :)

[@karlanderson6149]

Do they taste at all of piss? I honestly want to know.