Liver and Onions
Thin slices of beef liver are cooked in olive oil, then served with caramelized onions. Make sure not to overcook the liver! When cooked to medium rare it’s tender and sweet.
Prep: 15min
Total: 30min
Yield: 4
Serving Size: 0.25 recipe
Nutrition Facts: servingSize 0.25 recipe, calories 225 kcal, Fat 11 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Sodium 219 mg, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 23 g, Sugar 1 g
Ingredients:
- 1 lb calves’ liver ((not mature beef liver*), thinly sliced)
- 1/2 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 medium yellow onion (thinly sliced, slices separated into rings)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
Instruction:
- Arrange the liver slices on a cutting board or on a couple of large plates. Blot them dry with paper towels. Sprinkle them with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large (12-inch) nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions. Cook, stirring often, until golden brown, about 7 minutes. If the pan gets too hot, lower the heat to medium.
- Remove the onions from the skillet with a slotted spoon. Place them on a plate and cover them with foil to keep them warm.
- Carefully wipe the skillet clean with paper towels (it will be hot). Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and lower the heat to medium. Add the liver slices, in two batches if needed.
- Cook the livers briefly, about 3 minutes per side. Don’t overcook them or they’ll become tough and grainy**. If there are a few thicker or misshapen slices or chunks, you can briefly cook them on the edges too. But first, remove the already-cooked thin slices to a plate.
- Arrange the cooked livers on a serving plate, top them with the sautéed onions, and serve.
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FAQ
Why do you soak liver in milk before cooking?
Soak the liver in a dish or bowl of milk for 30-60 minutes. This is an important step in removing the bitter flavor from the liver. Salt and pepper the liver generously, and leave it out at room temperature while you prepare the remaining ingredients.
What is the best cooking method for liver?
Although many people are squeamish about eating liver, it is an inexpensive, nutrient-rich meat. According to the Michigan State University Extension, methods recommended for cooking liver from beef, pork and lamb include braising, pan broiling or frying. You can even grill it.
How does Gordon Ramsay cook liver?
Cook the slices of liver, cut into small pieces, in a pan with a knob of butter and a few leaves of sage, for 1 minute per side. Season with salt and serve with the onions, completing with ground pepper and sage leaves.
Do you rinse liver before soaking in milk?
Gently rinse liver slices under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Place in a shallow dish; pour in enough milk to cover. Let stand while preparing onions, or set aside for longer if you have time. Soaking will remove any bitterness.
