Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Beef Liver and Onions—a classic, savory dish that’s packed with nutrients.
🥩 Beef Liver and Onions
Serves: 2–3
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 10–12 minutes
🧾 Ingredients
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1 lb (450 g) beef liver, sliced into ½-inch pieces
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2 large onions, thinly sliced
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2 tbsp olive oil or butter
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2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
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1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary (optional)
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Salt and pepper to taste
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½ cup (120 ml) beef broth or water
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1 tbsp balsamic vinegar or Worcestershire sauce (optional, for extra flavor)
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Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the liver
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Rinse liver slices under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
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Season both sides with salt, pepper, and dried herbs (if using).
2️⃣ Cook the onions
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Heat 1 tablespoon of oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
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Add sliced onions and sauté until soft and caramelized, about 6–7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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If desired, add garlic for the last 2 minutes of cooking. Remove onions from the skillet and set aside.
3️⃣ Cook the liver
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In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil or butter.
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Once hot, add the liver slices and cook 2–3 minutes per side for medium (or longer for well-done).
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If you prefer a slight pink center, cook for 2–3 minutes per side. For a firmer texture, cook longer.
4️⃣ Deglaze the pan
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Once liver is cooked, add the beef broth (or water) to deglaze the pan, scraping up any flavorful bits.
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Stir in balsamic vinegar or Worcestershire sauce for extra flavor if desired.
5️⃣ Combine and serve
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Add the caramelized onions back into the skillet with the liver.
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Toss gently to combine and heat through.
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Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
🔥 Tips
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Avoid overcooking the liver—beef liver cooks quickly and can become tough if cooked too long.
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If you find the flavor of liver too strong, soaking the liver in milk for 30 minutes before cooking can help mellow it.
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Serve with mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad.
If you’d like, I can also give you a quick liver with gravy recipe or suggest a side dish to go with this! Would you like that?