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Chicken Liver with Onions and Lemon: Iron-Rich and Ready in 15 Minutes

By the Healthy Plate team

Chicken Liver with Onions

Chicken liver is a quick, cheap meal rich in iron and vitamin A. The key tip: don't overcook it or it turns tough, and soaking first softens the smell.

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Tips for tender liver

  • Soak 20 minutes in milk or lemon water
  • Cook only 8โ€“10 minutes
  • Salt at the end
  • Eat in moderation; pregnant women should ask a doctor about vitamin A

Chicken Liver with Onions

20 minPrep
10 minCook
3Servings
210kcal

Ingredients

  • 400 g chicken liver, trimmed
  • 2 onions, sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp cumin and black pepper
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Coriander or parsley

Method

  1. Soak the liver 20 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
  2. Brown the onions in oil for 5 minutes.
  3. Add garlic, liver, cumin and pepper; cook 8 minutes, stirring.
  4. Finish with lemon, salt and herbs; serve with wholemeal bread and salad.

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Tip

Heat the pan well before adding the liver so it browns instead of stewing.

Frequently asked questions

How do I remove the liver smell?

Soak it 20 minutes in milk or lemon water, then rinse and pat dry before cooking.

Why does liver turn tough?

It was overcooked. 8โ€“10 minutes on medium heat is enough.

Is it suitable during pregnancy?

Liver is very high in vitamin A, so keep portions small and ask your doctor.

โš ๏ธ For general education only. If you have a health condition or allergy, consult your doctor.