Yak Kidney

Yak Kidney

0.75 lb avg.

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Yak Kidney

Yak Kidney

0.75 lb avg.

100% Grass Fed

Rotationally Grazed

Needle Free

  • 100% grass-fed & finished (no grain)
  • 100% Pure Yak
  • Lean protein
  • Chemical free
  • 'Needle-free': NO vaccines, antibiotics, hormones or dewormers
  • Maximal nutrition
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Our ancestors prized organ meats for good reason—yak kidney is a nutrient powerhouse, rich in essential B vitamins (B1, B2, B3, B5, B12), copper, selenium, and zinc. A staple in traditional cuisines for centuries, yak kidney offers incredible nourishment with a unique, clean flavor that honors its wild heritage.

Yak kidney is a favorite of Farmer Ash, and for good reason! Her go-to method? A simple 2-hour braise that transforms the texture into an incredibly tender treat. Then she likes to add the braised kidney chunks to nourishing hashes with potatoes, squash, veggies, and apple chunks topped with cheese for a flavorful, nutrient-dense meal.

Incorporate yak kidney into your meat rotation a few times a month to boost your nutrition while exploring a truly authentic, nose-to-tail experience.

By choosing our 100% Grass-Fed, needle-free yak kidney, you’re embracing the full spectrum of what the animal offers, just as our ancestors did. Our yaks are rotationally grazed on nutrient-rich pastures, never given antibiotics, vaccines, hormones, or unnecessary chemicals—ensuring a clean, nutrient-packed organ meat.
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Yak kidney needs to be prepared properly to transform its texture from firm to tender and delicious. A simple way to achieve this is by braising—simmering it low and slow in water, broth, or your favorite braising liquid with aromatics and herbs. This gentle cooking method enhances its flavor and tenderness, making it a great addition to a variety of dishes.

The following traditional recipes highlight just how versatile and valued the kidney can be:
- Steak and Kidney Pie (British) – A classic dish combining kidney and steak in a rich, savory gravy, baked inside a flaky pastry crust.
- Rognons de Veau à la Moutarde (French) – Sautéed kidney in a creamy Dijon mustard sauce, often served with potatoes or crusty bread.
- Grilled Kidney Skewers (Portuguese/Ethiopian) – Marinated kidney skewered and grilled, bringing out its natural richness with smoky, charred flavors.
- Gurda Masala (Indian) – A spiced kidney curry simmered in a fragrant tomato-based sauce with bold Indian spices.
- Kidney and Onion Stew (Traditional European) – Slow-cooked kidney with caramelized onions and herbs, served over mashed potatoes or rustic bread.
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100% Grass-Fed

Our commitment to 100% grass-fed yak means no grains, no feedlots—ever. Our yak graze freely on nutrient-rich pastures, eating the diet nature intended, which supports their metabolic health and aligns with their natural physiology. In contrast, grain-fed cows and yak are confined to feedlots with limited movement, rapidly fattened on high-energy grain diets that produce excessively fatty meat—far removed from the cuts of meat historically consumed from wild ruminants.

Research shows that grain-fed livestock develop elevated glucose metabolites, triglycerides, and oxidative stress markers, while pasture-finished animals maintain superior metabolic function.

By choosing our 100% grass-fed yak, you’re enjoying a cleaner, more nutrient-dense product that mirrors the meat our ancestors thrived on—free from the endocrine-disrupting pesticides and phytoestrogens often found in conventional grain-fed lamb.

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Free of Pharmaceuticals and Toxic Agrochemicals

Healthy animals don’t need pharmaceutical interventions. Our yak are raised in optimal conditions—grazing on fresh pasture, breathing clean air, and regularly moved to new grass, ensuring they aren’t living in their own waste or exposed to toxins. This natural lifestyle eliminates the need for routine antibiotics, vaccines (including mRNA vaccines), hormones, and dewormers. In contrast, conventional feedlot livestock are confined to crowded, unsanitary conditions, requiring constant pharmaceutical support to stay healthy.

By prioritizing regenerative farming practices, our farmers raise resilient yak that rarely get sick. Our animals experience minimal parasite exposure, no stress from confinement, and receive optimal nutrition from diverse pastures that supports their immune function and metabolic health. Our needle-free yak offers pure, wholesome meat—just as nature intended—without the pharmaceutical crutches required by industrial agriculture.

Needle free meat - free of vaccines, antibiotics, hormones & dewormers.

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Naturally Lean Protein

Due to their adaptation to high-altitude, cold, and resource-limited environments, yaks efficiently use the food they consume, focusing on muscle development rather than fat storage, resulting in meat that is leaner than many other types of red meat, including beef. Ground yak is typically around 95% lean, yet it remains naturally tender and full of flavor. Traditionally a staple for indigenous communities in harsh regions like the Himalayas, yak meat is prized for its mild, slightly sweet taste.

Much of the yak meat on the market is a cross between yak and beef, bred to combine the hardiness and lean qualities of yaks with the size and faster growth rates of cattle. Pure yak is less common and more expensive because it grows more slowly and takes longer to reach maturity. Our yak meat is 100% pure yak, not a cross with beef, ensuring an authentic flavor without the gamey taste often found in wild meats. It offers a clean, natural taste, perfect for adding a lean and flavorful protein source to meals.