**Fried Chicken Liver: A Delicacy Worth Trying**
Chicken liver is an often-overlooked delicacy that, when cooked properly, can be a truly delightful dish. Deep-frying chicken liver is a popular method of preparation that results in a crispy exterior and a tender, flavorful interior. This article provides three different recipes for deep-fried chicken liver, each with its own unique flavor profile. The first recipe uses a simple batter made with flour, eggs, and milk, while the second incorporates breadcrumbs for added texture. The third recipe is a spicy variation that uses a combination of chili powder, cumin, and paprika. All three recipes are easy to follow and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, you're sure to find a recipe in this article that will satisfy your cravings for this delectable dish.
SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN LIVERS
Mom made them because they are cheap, and now the convenience stores sell them in the South! You must have a fry screen -- these darn things pop and will burn you! Serve with pepper gravy or a packet of chicken gravy.
Provided by Cindy Capps Lepp
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place the chicken livers in a colander, and rinse with water. Drain the livers well. Whisk together the egg and milk in a shallow bowl until well blended. Place the flour, garlic powder, and salt and pepper in a resealable plastic zipper bag, and shake to combine.
- Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Place the chicken livers in the bowl of egg and milk mixture, and coat each liver. Place the livers, one at a time, into the plastic bag of flour mixture, and shake the bag to coat the each liver completely.
- Gently place the coated livers, a few at a time, into the hot oil. Cover the pan of oil with a frying screen to avoid getting burned by spatters of oil that will pop out as the livers fry. Deep fry the livers until crisp and golden brown, 5 to 6 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 469.8 calories, Carbohydrate 27.5 g, Cholesterol 458.5 mg, Fat 28.9 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 86.5 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
DEEP-FRIED CHICKEN LIVER
Another dim sum appetizer from Diana Liu. This is very different but great if you like chicken liver. I serve these with hot mustard, catsup and sesame seeds for dipping.
Provided by CJAY8248
Categories Chicken Livers
Time 13m
Yield 1 lb. livers, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix beaten eggs with flour, salt and sherry.
- Dip chicken livers into batter.
- Heat oil in pan until hot.
- Deep fry sliced livers until golden brown.
- Sprinkle ground chinese flower pepper on livers before serving.
- Serve hot or cold.
DEEP FRIED CHICKEN LIVERS
Make and share this Deep Fried Chicken Livers recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Tonkcats
Categories Chicken Livers
Time 20m
Yield 1 batch
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Dip chicken livers in milk-egg wash (blended together).
- Roll or toss in seasoned flour; shake off excess.
- Preheat oil to 375F and deep fry around 7 minutes or until done.
- The remaining milk-egg wash and seasoned flour are good for cut up chicken, cooked by your favorite method (panfried or ovenfried).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1147, Fat 32.9, SaturatedFat 11.7, Cholesterol 1798.3, Sodium 7433.6, Carbohydrate 104.5, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 0.8, Protein 100.7
DEEP FRIED CHICKEN LIVER W/ONIONS
Here in the Hills of the Appalachian Mountains we love us some good old fashioned fried chicken livers! And you have to get them right or OMG you will hear about it forever if you don't!! I still hear about my dry over cooked liver at every family reunion! That was 9 flippin' years ago lol I am the deep fry gal at the reunions...
Provided by Gina Davis
Categories Other Main Dishes
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Place chicken liver into strainer and rinse well with cold tap water. Let drain for at least 30 mins. You can move them around to release the water caught up in between them.
- 2. Once livers are drained remove them to a deep bowl and pour 2 cups buttermilk over them add a sprinkle of creole seasoning. Lightly mix liver and buttermilk together and let set at room temperature for at least 30 mins to one hour. Set strainer in sink to use again
- 3. In a large ziploc bag or big bowl add flour, cornmeal mix and creole seasoning to taste and whisk it up.
- 4. Pour chicken liver and buttermilk back into strainer and let drain for a few minutes
- 5. Add livers to bag of flour/cornmeal mix and get them all covered in the breading. let hang out in bag on counter while you heat your oil.
- 6. Heat a large skillet of oil oh high until it is hot then drop temp down to med.(I use my huge cast iron but any will work) Or use your deep fryer, Bump heat up and down as needed.
- 7. Mix your livers in the breading again and place one at a time in oil until pot is full. Try not to over crowd (be careful sometimes they pop grease I use a splatter guard here) Cook livers until a nice brown crust forms on them and about 1 min. before you remove them add your sliced onions. Let cook 1 - 2 mins and remove to wire rack or plate/pan lined with paper towels. Keep working in batches until all liver and onions are fried. Lightly salt and pepper. I serve with homemade Buttermilk Biscuits (Mommoo's Buttermilk Biscuits recipe posted) and homemade white pepper gravy recipe posted) These are just good old hills' food and they are so so good!
DEEP FRIED PANKO CHICKEN LIVERS
Make and share this Deep Fried Panko Chicken Livers recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chef Roly-Poly
Categories Chicken Livers
Time 50m
Yield 1 lb livers, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oil in deep fryer 325 degrees F.
- Place flour,salt,cayenne,black pepper,and ginger.
- in a shallow dish. Mix well.
- Put eggs in a shallow dish.
- Pour Panko crumbs into a shallow dish.
- Coat livers with seasoned flour and shake off excess.
- Dip in beaten eggs and then coat with Panko bread crumbs.
- Fry a few at a time and cook until golden brown and
- livers are done. Serve with coleslaw or fresh salad.
FRIED CHICKEN LIVERS
One of my sons loves fried chicken livers and I found this recipe in a cookbook called Whistle Stop Cafe
Provided by bullwinkle
Categories Chicken Livers
Time 4m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place chicken livers in buttermilk and let stand 10 minutes.
- Drain in a colander.
- Roll chicken livers in flour.
- In a deep fryer heat oil to 350 degrees.
- Fry chicken livers for 3 to 4 minutes, or until brown.
- Drain on paper towel.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.1, Fat 6.3, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 393.7, Sodium 541.7, Carbohydrate 27, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 3, Protein 24.3
Tips:
- Choose the right chicken livers: Look for fresh, plump livers that are free of blemishes. Avoid any livers that are brown or have a slimy texture.
- Clean the chicken livers thoroughly: Rinse the livers under cold water and remove any connective tissue or membranes. Pat the livers dry with paper towels before cooking.
- Soak the chicken livers in milk: Soaking the livers in milk helps to remove any bitterness and tenderize them.
- Season the chicken livers well: Use a variety of seasonings, such as salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika, to flavor the livers.
- Coat the chicken livers in flour: Dredging the livers in flour helps to create a crispy crust.
- Fry the chicken livers in hot oil: Use a deep fryer or a large skillet filled with oil to fry the livers. The oil should be hot enough to sizzle when the livers are added.
- Cook the chicken livers until they are crispy and golden brown: Fry the livers for 3-4 minutes, or until they are cooked through. The livers should be crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
- Serve the chicken livers immediately: Serve the livers hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Deep-fried chicken livers are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. By following these tips, you can make sure that your chicken livers are cooked perfectly. Enjoy!
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