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Classic Beef Liver with Sautéed Onions Recipe Secrets

A classic recipe for beef liver sautéed with onions, offering a rich and flavorful dish that's easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound beef liver sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces
  • 2 large onions thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Rinse the beef liver slices under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
  2. In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Dredge each slice of liver in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the sliced onions and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are soft and golden brown. Remove the onions from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add the butter and let it melt. Add the coated liver slices and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until browned and cooked through. Avoid overcooking, as liver can become tough.
  5. Return the sautéed onions to the skillet with the liver, stirring to combine. Cook for an additional minute to heat through.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 300mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, add a splash of balsamic vinegar or red wine to the skillet after cooking the liver and onions, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  • Serve with a side of mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

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