**Company Liver with Onions: A Savory and Classic Dish**
Company liver with onions is a classic dish that has been enjoyed for generations. It is a simple but flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion, from a casual weeknight meal to a special dinner party. The liver is a rich and flavorful organ meat that is packed with nutrients, and the onions add a sweetness and depth of flavor that complements the liver perfectly. This dish is typically served with mashed potatoes and gravy, but it can also be enjoyed with rice or noodles. In this article, we will provide you with two delicious recipes for company liver with onions, one that is made with beef liver and one that is made with pork liver. Both recipes are easy to follow and will produce a delicious and satisfying meal.
BEEF 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.
Provided by Vered DeLeeuw
Categories Main Course
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 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 with foil to keep 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.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 0.25 recipe, Calories 225 kcal, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 219 mg, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 23 g, Sugar 1 g
LIVER AND ONIONS RECIPE
Follow these step-by-step, photo illustrated instructions for our Liver and Onions Recipe complete with a printable recipe. I know, it's an acquired taste but, it's certainly worth giving this old southern favorite a try. It's quick and easy and goes great with rice or mashed potatoes.
Provided by Steve Gordon
Categories Main Dish
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place liver in a colander and drain.
- Carefully spread liver pieces out in a pan, set aside.
- Remove ends and skin from onion. Slice to desired thickness.
- Heat a skillet to medium heat and add 2 Tablespoons butter.
- Add sliced onions to the skillet.
- Fry onions until translucent & slightly brown, stirring as needed, about 15-20 minutes.
- Remove onions from skillet, set aside.
- Set up a dredge station by placing flour in a dish or bowl.
- Sprinkle liver with Salt, Black Pepper and Paprika to taste.
- Dredge liver pieces in flour, coating both sides. Shake off any excess and set aside.
- Add oil to skillet, let warm up for about 3 minutes.
- Place liver slices in skillet, brown the bottom for about 3-4 minutes.
- Flip liver slices over, let brown about 3 more minutes, do not over cook.
- You may cut a slice of the liver to test for doneness.
- Serve warm and Enjoy!
LIVER AND ONIONS
Liver and onions come together in this hearty dish that's ready in 25 minutes - perfect for dinner!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In 10-inch skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Cook onions in butter 4 to 6 minutes, stirring frequently, until light brown. Remove onions from skillet; keep warm.
- Coat liver with flour. In same skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook liver in oil 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until brown on outside and slightly pink in center, returning onions to skillet during last minute of cooking. Don't overcook or liver could become tough. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 325 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 310 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1/2 g
LIVER & BACON WITH ONION GRAVY
A nostalgic thrifty dish that's rich and nutritious - serve the gravy drizzled over fluffy mashed potato
Provided by Sara Buenfeld
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook the bacon in a large non-stick frying pan until crisp. Meanwhile, mix the flour and sage, if using, and use to dust the liver. Remove bacon from the pan and set aside. Add the oil to the pan and brown the liver for about 1 min on each side. Remove from the pan, then fry the onion until softened. Stir in stock and ketchup, then bubble for 5 mins.
- Put the liver back in the pan and cook for 3 mins until cooked through. Serve with the bacon broken over the top and some mash. (see related recipes)
Nutrition Facts : Calories 504 calories, Fat 23 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 23 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 53 grams protein, Sodium 2.5 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Use fresh liver: Fresh liver has a more tender texture and better flavor than frozen liver.
- Soak the liver in milk: Soaking the liver in milk helps to remove any bitterness and impurities.
- Slice the liver thinly: Thinly sliced liver will cook more evenly and quickly.
- Season the liver well: Season the liver with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
- Cook the liver over medium heat: Cooking the liver over medium heat will help to prevent it from becoming tough.
- Do not overcook the liver: Liver is best when it is cooked just until it is no longer pink in the center.
- Serve the liver immediately: Liver is best served immediately after it is cooked.
Conclusion:
Company liver with onions is a classic dish that is easy to make and packed with flavor. It is a great way to use up leftover liver, and it can also be served as a main course or side dish. With a few simple tips, you can make sure that your company liver with onions is tender, flavorful, and cooked to perfection.
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