Chicken Hearts

Traditionsgeflügel chicken hearts are a special delicacy and a versatile ingredient in the kitchen. They come from chickens that are kept in a species-appropriate manner and raised using traditional methods. This type of Haltung emphasizes natural feeding, free-range options, and slow growth of the animals, which significantly influences the quality of the meat and offal.

Characteristics of chicken hearts:

• Size and texture: Chicken hearts are small, tender offal with a compact, firm consistency.
• Nutrients: They are rich in protein, iron, vitamin B12, and other essential nutrients that are particularly important for blood formation and energy metabolism.
• Taste: Their taste is mild and slightly nutty, which makes them versatile.

Use in the kitchen:

Chicken hearts can be prepared in various ways:

1. Pan-fried: Briefly fry in a hot pan with a little oil or butter and refine with spices such as garlic, paprika, or herbs.
2. Grilled skewers: They are ideal for grilling on skewers – a popular street food dish in many countries.
3. Stews and ragouts: They go wonderfully in hearty dishes, as they absorb the flavor of the sauce well.
4. Soups and broths: Chicken hearts can be used as an ingredient for a strong broth, as they provide an intense aroma.
5. Marinated: Marinated in sauces made from soy sauce, honey, ginger, and garlic, they become particularly aromatic.

Tip for preparation:

Before cooking, chicken hearts should be rinsed thoroughly and freed from excess fat or tendons. To preserve their tender texture, a short cooking time is recommended, as they can become tough if cooked for too long.

Significance in various cuisines:

Chicken hearts have a long tradition in many cultures. In Asian cuisine, they are often used in wok dishes, while in Brazilian cuisine, they end up on churrasco grills. They are also used in European cuisine, especially in rustic dishes.

Chicken hearts are a sustainable and tasty choice, as they use a part of the animal that is often underestimated, while at the same time offering a culinary highlight.

The chickens grow up on farms in family farming. This way we can ensure short transport routes.
For the animals, this means less stress and short transport times, which also has a positive effect on the CO2 balance.

The legislator specifies a maximum transport time of eight hours. By building up long-term agricultural structures, we deviate positively from this.

All animals are kept in a species-appropriate manner in floor Haltung with daylight.

Furthermore, the stocking densities are below the legal standards.

Together with the farmers, we try to raise the animals completely without antibiotic treatment.

Some farms have been antibiotic-free for years.

The feed for our chickens consists of GMO-free complete feed and an additional 30 %
Wheat, which is grown by our farmers themselves and thus regionally.

Manufacturer:
TLC Landgeflügel GmbH
Moosvogel 21, 84323 Massing