Should You Soak Kidneys Before Cooking?

Do not skip the presoaking step before cooking the beef kidneys, or the finished dish may have a strong, unpleasant flavor. If you don't have time to soak the kidneys for two hours, boil the pieces in water for several minutes and drain them thoroughly before cooking.

How do you soak your kidneys?

If you do not want your kidneys to taste too strong, soak them in a bowl of milk for 30 minutes, then drain. To prevent the kidneys from curling up when cooking, soak in a bowl of hot water for 2-3 minutes, then rinse with cold water to refresh.

How do I clean my kidneys before cooking?

Slice the kidney in half lengthwise straight through the white vein. Once cut in half, you will see where the vein enters the kidney and fans out inside. Use a small, sharp knife or scissors to cut away all of the white vein from the interior of the kidney. Once trimmed you should be left only with dark kidney meat.