African Beef Liver Recipe - Recette de Foie de Boeuf Sauté

beef liver

🥗Healthier: chicken liver

💰Cheaper: pork liver

Chicken liver is lower in calories, while pork liver is often less expensive.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while canola is often cheaper.

bay leaves

🥗Healthier: dried basil

💰Cheaper: oregano

Dried basil can provide a similar aromatic quality, while oregano is more accessible.

cayenne pepper

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: black pepper

Paprika offers a milder flavor, while black pepper is commonly found.

Clean the beef liver under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.

Slice the liver into thin strips or bite-sized pieces.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add sliced onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.

Add bell peppers and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet and add the liver pieces.

Cook the liver for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned but still slightly pink inside.

Stir in chopped tomatoes, thyme, cayenne pepper, and bay leaves.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste, mixing well.

Pour in stock or broth and simmer for 5-7 minutes to meld flavors.

Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

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