Calves' Liver with Onion Gravy and Mash James Martin Chef from www.jamesmartinchef.co.uk
Introduction
Calf liver is a delicious and nutritious meat that is often overlooked in favor of other cuts of beef. However, calf liver is a great source of protein, iron, and vitamin A, making it a healthy addition to any diet. In this blog post, we will provide you with some delicious calf liver recipes that are easy to make and will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Before we get started with the recipes, let's take a look at the ingredients you will need: - 1 pound calf liver - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour - 1 teaspoon salt - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon paprika - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder - 2 tablespoons olive oil - 2 tablespoons butter - 1 onion, sliced - 1/2 cup chicken broth - 1/4 cup red wine - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce - 1 tablespoon cornstarch - 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Now that you have all the ingredients, let's get started with the recipes!
Recipe 1: Pan-Fried Calf Liver
1. Rinse the calf liver and pat it dry with a paper towel. 2. In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. 3. Dredge the calf liver in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess. 4. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. 5. Add the sliced onions and cook until they are soft and translucent. 6. Add the calf liver to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until cooked through. 7. Remove the calf liver from the skillet and set it aside. 8. In the same skillet, add the chicken broth, red wine, and Worcestershire sauce. 9. Bring the mixture to a boil and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until it has reduced by about half. 10. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to make a slurry. 11. Add the slurry to the skillet and stir until the sauce has thickened. 12. Serve the calf liver with the onion sauce on top.
Recipe 2: Grilled Calf Liver
1. Rinse the calf liver and pat it dry with a paper towel. 2. In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. 3. Brush the mixture onto the calf liver. 4. Preheat a grill to medium-high heat. 5. Grill the calf liver for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until cooked through. 6. Remove the calf liver from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes. 7. Slice the calf liver into thin strips and serve.
Calf liver is a nutritious meat that is rich in protein, iron, and vitamin A. A 3-ounce serving of calf liver contains about: - 140 calories - 22 grams of protein - 5 grams of fat - 2 grams of saturated fat - 330% of the daily value for vitamin A - 15% of the daily value for iron
