Beef Liver Recipe

5 from 14 votes

This classic liver and onions recipe is the perfect way to make beef liver taste amazing. Beef liver is packed with nutrients, and cooking it with sweet onions gives it a great, savory flavor. It is a quick and simple meal that keeps the meat tender and delicious.

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: African

Diet: Gluten Free

Servings:

Calories: 295kcal

Author: Tayo Oredola

Equipment

Cast iron pan

Ingredients

1 lb calf liver
1 onion
4 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Prepare the liver

If using beef liver, soak in milk for an hour or two, then pour the milk away.
1 lb calf liver
If liver is not sliced, slice about one inch thick.
Wash and pat the liver dry.

Make the liver and onions

Mix spices together and liberally rub liver with spices.
1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon salt
Chop onions into ring shapes by slicing lengthwise.
1 onion
Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to a cast iron pan.
4 tablespoon olive oil
When heated, add the onions and sprinkle a pinch of the mixed spices.
Sauté the onions in olive oil for a few minutes till caramelized.
Take the onions out and add 2 more tablespoons of olive oil to the pan.
Add the liver pieces and cook liver for 3-5 mins on medium-high heat.
Top with the onions and serve.

Notes

This recipe serves 4 and contains 5 net carbs per serving.

If you struggle with eating liver, soaking the liver in milk for a while will remove the bitterness from it and improve the taste of the liver.
Do not overcook the liver or the texture will become rubbery.
Make sure the liver is cooked in a single layer to make sure it's cooked through. Do it in batches if you need to.
You can substitute the olive oil with two tablespoons of butter or bacon grease for an infusion of flavor.

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