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Liver in Wine

Cultural Context

Liver in Wine, or 'Játra na víně', is a cherished dish in Czech cuisine, often prepared during festive occasions or family gatherings. This dish highlights the use of liver, a nutritious organ meat, combined with the rich flavor of wine, showcasing traditional Czech cooking techniques. Today, variations exist across Europe, with many adapting the recipe to include different types of liver or wines, reflecting local tastes and ingredients.

CzechCZmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken liver
1 cup red wine
1 cup milk
1 lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup water

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

red wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic red wine

💰Cheaper: grape juice

Non-alcoholic red wine maintains flavor without alcohol.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and provides a similar richness.

liver

🥗Healthier: chicken liver

💰Cheaper: pork liver

Chicken liver is leaner and more accessible.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while cornstarch thickens without gluten.

1

Soak chicken liver in milk for an hour.

2

Strain the milk from the liver.

3

Melt butter in a pan.

4

Fry the liver for about two minutes on each side to sear.

5

Add a splash of red wine and let it evaporate.

6

Turn the liver in the wine for a nice dark red color.

7

Shred the zest of one lemon and squeeze out the juice into the pan.

8

Add water to cover the liver halfway up and salt.

9

Cook under the lid for 10 to 15 minutes.

10

Take the liver out and finish the sauce by reducing it if needed.

11

Stir in a few pieces of butter to make the sauce shiny and creamy.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbraising

Equipment Needed

skilletspatulaknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

dairy-freegluten-freenut-freesoy-freepescatarian

Allergens

glutensulfites

Also Known As

Liver with Wine SauceWine-Braised Liver

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