Best 5 Chinese Style Liver Onions Recipes

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Indulge in the culinary delight of Chinese-style liver and onions, an exquisite dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its unique blend of flavors and textures. Savor the delectable combination of tender, melt-in-your-mouth liver and crisp, caramelized onions, expertly seasoned with aromatic ginger, fragrant garlic, and a hint of savory soy sauce. This flavorful dish is not only a treat for the palate but also a testament to the culinary artistry of Chinese cuisine. Embark on a culinary journey with our curated collection of recipes, each offering a unique interpretation of this classic dish. From the simplicity of the traditional stir-fry to the richness of a braised version, our recipes cater to diverse preferences and skill levels. Discover the secrets to perfectly cooked liver, ensuring it remains tender and juicy, while the onions caramelize to perfection, adding a delightful sweetness to balance the dish's savory notes. Elevate your cooking repertoire with this extraordinary dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.

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ABSOLUTE BEST LIVER AND ONIONS



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This recipe will turn liver haters into converts. Very simple! The three things that will set your liver above all others are: 1) soak in milk, 2)turn liver as little as possible and 3) don't overcook!

Provided by JSHULER43

Categories     Everyday Cooking

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds sliced beef liver
1 ½ cups milk, or as needed
¼ cup butter, divided
2 large Vidalia onions, sliced into rings
2 cups all-purpose flour, or as needed
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Gently rinse liver slices under cold water, and place in a medium bowl. Pour in enough milk to cover. Let stand while preparing onions. (I like to soak up to an hour or two - whatever you have time for.) This step is SO important in taking the bitter taste of the liver out.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Separate onion rings, and saute them in butter until soft. Remove onions, and melt remaining butter in the skillet. Season the flour with salt and pepper, and put it in a shallow dish or on a plate. Drain milk from liver, and coat slices in the flour mixture.
  • When the butter has melted, turn the heat up to medium-high, and place the coated liver slices in the pan. Cook until nice and brown on the bottom. Turn, and cook on the other side until browned. Add onions, and reduce heat to medium. Cook a bit longer to taste. Our family prefers the liver to just barely retain a pinkness on the inside when you cut to check. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 687 calories, Carbohydrate 74.2 g, Cholesterol 577.9 mg, Fat 20.7 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 48.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.7 g, Sodium 308.7 mg, Sugar 11.2 g

BEEF LIVER CHINESE STYLE



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From the HARROWSMITH COOKBOOK with thanks to a Ms. C. Suche of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, who suggests serving this unusual and tasty liver-dish on a bed of stir-fried beansprouts.

Provided by Gerry sans Sanddunes

Categories     Beef Organ Meats

Time 30m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 tablespoons wine vinegar or 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons gingerroot, shredded
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon peppercorn
1 lb beef liver, sliced into 1 inch squares or thin strips
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 cup chicken stock
2 tablespoons oil
2 -3 onions, quartered
10 mushrooms, sliced

Steps:

  • Combine soy, honey, sugar, vinegar, ginger, garlic and peppercorns.
  • Pour over liver and let sit and for at least 2 hours (but preferably overnight), stirring occasionally.
  • Remove liver from marinade, shaking off the peppercorns.
  • Strain marinade and dispose of solids.
  • Combine strained marinade with cornstarch and stock and then set aside.
  • Heat oil and saute onions and mushrooms until limp.
  • Add onions and mushrooms to marinade.
  • Saute liver until lightly coloured.
  • Pour marinade-onion mixture into pan and cook until thickened, stirring constantly.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1389.9, Fat 44, SaturatedFat 12, Cholesterol 2201.8, Sodium 2159, Carbohydrate 70.7, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 23.2, Protein 171.8

CHINESE STYLE LIVER & ONIONS



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I found Beef liver on sale & wanted to make something different from the usual Liver & onions. I came across the basic recipe in one of my Better Homes & Garden Meat Stretcher cookbooks, & added quite a few extra ingredients that were not included in the original recipe. The results was a very tasty crunchy, colorful &...

Provided by Rose Mary Mogan

Categories     Beef

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 bunch green onions, washed,trimmed & chopped (reserve some for garnish)
12 clove garlic,minced
1/3 c cooking sherry
1 tsp granulated garlic
2 Tbsp arrowroot starch or corn starch, heaping full
2 lb beef liver, trimmed and cut into small pieces
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1/4 c olive oil or vegetable oil
1/2 large green bell pepper, chopped
16 oz bamboo shoots, reserve liquid, i used sliced water chestnuts
4 oz canned sliced mushrooms, reserve liquids
3 Tbsp low sodium soy sauce
hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • 1. Combine onion, minced garlic, sherry, ginger, & corn Starch in a large bowl. These are most of the main ingredients for the recipe.
  • 2. Remove muscle tissue and any gristle & fatty parts from liver. Then cut into small pieces about 1/4 inch strips or as desired. Season beef liver with granulated garlic then Toss beef liver into bowl with onions mixture.
  • 3. Toss till coated on all sides.
  • 4. Heat oil in large skillet, I used a 16 inch size. When oil is hot, add in the beef liver mixture, & cook until liver is no longer pink. Stirring often until cooked through.
  • 5. Now add in the drained mushrooms and bamboo shoots or water chestnuts. Stir to blend into liver mixture. until completely heated through. Add the reserved liquid if more gravy is desired. Allow to cook an additional 5-9 minutes until gravy thickens.
  • 6. Now add in 3 tablespoons of Low sodium soy sauce. Stir till blended together.
  • 7. Serve while still hot over cooked rice, and garnish with reserved chopped green onions if desired. May need more soy sauce.

STIR-FRIED LIVER AND ONIONS WITH OYSTER SAUCE RECIPE



Stir-Fried Liver and Onions with Oyster Sauce Recipe image

Oyster sauce brings out the sweetness of fresh liver in this Chinese take on classic liver and onions.

Provided by Chichi Wang

Categories     Entree     Appetizers and Hors d'Oeuvres     Mains

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons Shaoxing rice wine
1 teaspoon cornstarch
3 tablespoons vegetable, canola, or peanut oil
10 ounces liver (poultry or pork), cut roughly into 2-inch segments
2 scallions, cut into 1-inch segments
One 1-inch piece ginger, thinly sliced
1 medium onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Combine oyster sauce, soy sauce, wine, and cornstarch in a small bowl and whisk with a fork to combine. Set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a wok over high heat until smoking. Add the liver and stir-fry until the firm but interior is still very pink, 60 to 90 seconds. Remove the liver with a slotted spoon and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Set aside.
  • Return wok to high heat. Add the scallions and ginger, and stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the onions reduce heat to medium, and continue to stir-fry until the onions are soft and slightly caramelized, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Return liver to wok and add sauce mixture. Stir-fry rapidly to prevent the cornstarch from clumping. Stir-fry the liver until the interior is still pink but no longer rare, about 20 seconds longer. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 kcal, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 251 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 320 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 13 g, ServingSize serves 4, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

LIVER WITH PEPPERS AND ONIONS



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I found the secret to getting my children to eat liver was to start early, before other kids let them know that liver is supposed to be "yucky". This tasty stir-fry has good flavor.-Naomi Giddis, Two Buttes, Colorado.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound liver, cut into bite-size pieces
1 large onion, thinly sliced into rings
1 medium green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
4 tablespoons canola oil, divided
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 cup beef broth
2 tablespoons soy sauce
Cooked rice or noodles

Steps:

  • In a large bowl or resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Add liver; toss to coat. In a large skillet, cook onion and peppers in 2 tablespoons oil until crisp-tender. Remove from pan; set aside. , In same skillet, cook and stir liver in remaining oil for 5-7 minutes or until no pink remains. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, broth and soy sauce until smooth; stir into liver. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Return vegetables to the skillet; heat through. Serve with rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 332mg cholesterol, Sodium 898mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender liver. Avoid any liver that is discolored or has a strong odor.
  • Soak the liver in milk for 30 minutes before cooking. This will help to remove any impurities and make the liver more tender.
  • Slice the liver thinly against the grain. This will help to ensure that the liver cooks evenly.
  • Marinate the liver in a mixture of soy sauce, rice wine, and cornstarch for at least 15 minutes. This will help to flavor the liver and make it more tender.
  • Cook the liver over high heat until it is just cooked through. Overcooking will make the liver tough and dry.
  • Serve the liver immediately with your favorite sides. Some popular sides include steamed rice, stir-fried vegetables, and egg drop soup.

Conclusion:

Chinese-style liver and onions is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The liver is tender and flavorful, and the onions are caramelized and slightly sweet. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner, give Chinese-style liver and onions a try.

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