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Beef Liver and Onions

Cultural Context

Beef liver and onions is a classic American dish that showcases the use of organ meats, which were once a staple in many households due to their affordability and nutritional value. This dish is often prepared as a quick meal during the week and is appreciated for its rich flavor and simplicity. It reflects a time when resourcefulness in cooking was essential, making the most out of available ingredients.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon seasoned salt
1 tablespoon black cracked pepper
1/2 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1/2 tablespoon Mrs. Dash
1/2 onion
3 potatoes
2 tablespoons margarine
milk
cream
salt

beef liver

🥗Healthier: chicken liver

💰Cheaper: pork liver

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

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option, while margarine can be more budget-friendly.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Whole wheat flour offers more nutrients, while cornstarch can be a cheaper thickening agent.

1

Sift 1 cup of all-purpose flour into a bowl.

2

Add 1 tablespoon of seasoned salt, 1 tablespoon of black cracked pepper, 1/2 tablespoon of paprika, 1 tablespoon of garlic powder, and 1/2 tablespoon of Mrs. Dash to the flour and mix well.

3

Rinse and slice 1/2 onion into onion rings.

4

Peel and quarter 3 potatoes and place them in water to boil until fork tender.

5

Sprinkle garlic powder on the beef liver slices.

6

Coat the liver slices in the seasoned flour mixture.

7

Heat oil in a skillet and fry the coated liver slices until golden brown, flipping them as needed.

8

In another skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of margarine and add the sliced onions to caramelize them.

9

Once the liver is cooked, plate it with the caramelized onions and serve with mashed potatoes.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingpan-frying

Equipment Needed

skilletbowlpotknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Liver and OnionsFried Liver with Onions

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