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Beef Liver with Onions

 A classic, foolproof recipe for tender pan-seared beef liver with sweet caramelized onions. This easy method includes soaking to remove any metallic taste, resulting in a mild, flavorful, and nutritious main dish
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Prep Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 3 Servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, TRADITIONAL
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb 450g beef liver, sliced 1/4-inch thick
  • 2 cups milk for soaking
  • 2 large onions thinly sliced
  • 3 tbsp butter or ghee divided
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Soak the liver slices in milk for 1 hour in the refrigerator, then pat completely dry with paper towels.
  2. Season liver generously with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  3. In a large skillet over medium-low heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add sliced onions and cook slowly for 20-25 minutes until deeply caramelized, stirring occasionally. Remove onions and set aside.
  4. Increase heat to medium-high. Add remaining butter and avocado oil to the skillet.
  5. Sear liver slices for 1.5-2 minutes per side until browned on the outside but still slightly pink inside (do not overcook).
  6. Serve liver immediately topped with caramelized onions and garnished with fresh parsley.