Chopped liver, a classic dish of Jewish cuisine, is a delectable spread or pâté made from finely ground chicken or calf liver, hard-boiled eggs, onions, and various seasonings. This beloved delicacy has been enjoyed for centuries and continues to captivate taste buds with its rich, savory, and slightly tangy flavor. Whether served as an appetizer, a sandwich filling, or a topping for crackers, chopped liver is a culinary gem that has earned its place as a staple in many households. In this comprehensive guide, we will embark on a culinary journey to discover the authentic recipe for chopped liver, exploring the secrets behind its unique texture and unforgettable taste.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
CHOPPED LIVER THE REAL MCCOY
No recipe site is complete without a real recipe for real chopped liver. This makes for a great appetizer or spread for a pastrami and corned beef sandwich.
Provided by LRUTENBERG
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes
Time 3h
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place the eggs into a saucepan in a single layer and fill with water to cover the eggs by 1 inch. Cover the saucepan and bring the water to a boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, remove from the heat and let the eggs stand in the hot water for 15 minutes. Pour out the hot water, then cool the eggs under cold running water in the sink. Peel once cold.
- Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
- Coat beef and chicken livers with 2 tablespoons of corn oil, then spread livers on a baking sheet. Broil in the preheated oven until brown on the top, 8 to 10 minutes. Flip the livers and continue to broil until the livers are no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, about 5 minutes. Place livers in a bowl and chill in the refrigerator.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of chicken fat and 2 tablespoons corn oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in the onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 10 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low, and continue cooking and stirring until the onion is very tender and dark brown, 15 to 20 minutes more. Place onion in a bowl; cover and refrigerate until chilled.
- Finely chop the chilled beef and chicken livers, chilled onions, and hardboiled eggs together, then place in a bowl. Stir in the remaining 1 tablespoon of chicken fat. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.6 calories, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 175.7 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 10.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 239.3 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
MOCK CHOPPED LIVER
Mock chopped liver in this recipe is made out of lentils. This dish tastes just like the real thing without the cholesterol of real liver! Serve mounded on a platter with crackers.
Provided by MDHEARST
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Pate Recipes
Time 2h35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place water, lentils, and bouillon cubes in a pot. Cover pot and cook about 30 minutes or until tender. Drain well.
- Heat oil in skillet, saute onion until it becomes translucent.
- In an electric food processor, grind lentils, onions and walnuts until your desired consistency for the pate is reached. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Chill before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.1 calories, Carbohydrate 36.5 g, Cholesterol 0.3 mg, Fat 21.4 g, Fiber 7.8 g, Protein 17.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 581.4 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
CHOPPED LIVER
Steps:
- Drain the livers and saute them in 2 batches in 2 tablespoons of the chicken fat over medium-high heat, turning once, for about 5 minutes, or until just barely pink inside. Don't overcook the livers or they will be dry. Transfer them to a large bowl.
- In the same pan, saute the onions in 3 tablespoons of the chicken fat over medium-high heat for about 10 minutes, or until browned. Add the Madeira and deglaze the pan, scraping the sides, for about 15 seconds. Pour into the bowl with the livers.
- Add the eggs, parsley, thyme, salt, black pepper, cayenne, and the remaining chicken fat to the bowl. Toss quickly to combine. Transfer half the mixture to the bowl of a food processor fitted with a steel blade. Pulse 6 to 8 times, until coarsely chopped. Repeat with the remaining mixture. Season, to taste, and chill. Serve on crackers or matzo.
CHOPPED LIVER
This chopped liver recipe from Josh Russ Tupper of Russ and Daughters is used to make his popular Oy Vey Schmear sandwich.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken
Yield Makes about 3 pounds
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Rinse livers under cold water to remove blood; drain. Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat and add schmaltz and 2 tablespoons vegetable oil. Add caramelized onions. Cook, stirring, until beginning to brown, about 3 minutes.
- Add livers to skillet and season with salt. Cook, stirring, until livers begin to brown and insides are pink throughout, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer livers to a plate to cool slightly, about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a small skillet, heat remaining 2 teaspoons vegetable oil. Add chopped onions and cook, stirring, until golden brown; remove from heat and set sauteed onions aside.
- Place cooled livers and caramelized onions in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until well combined. Transfer to a medium bowl. Stir in hard-boiled eggs, sauteed onions; season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate at least 3 hours before using.
GRANDMA'S CHOPPED LIVER
Provided by Helene Cypress
Categories Condiment/Spread Food Processor Chicken Egg Onion Appetizer Sauté Quick & Easy Chill Gourmet New York Sugar Conscious Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes about 3 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Pulse eggs in a food processor until coarsely chopped and transfer to a large bowl, then chill, covered, until ready to use.
- Cook onion and garlic in oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until onion is golden, about 20 minutes.
- While onion cooks, trim and rinse livers and pat dry. (Halve any large pieces.) Add livers to onion and increase heat to moderately high, then sauté, stirring occasionally, until livers are just cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes (they should not be pink in center). Transfer mixture (including oil) to a shallow plate and cool to room temperature, about 20 minutes.
- Pulse liver mixture in food processor until coarsely puréed, then stir into eggs, along with salt and pepper, until combined. Chill, covered, at least 1 hour, then season with more salt just before serving.
REAL MCCOY CHILI
I got this recipe from someone I used to go to church with who got it from the McCoy family in Lexington Kentucky. Yes, they are decendants from the McCoys of the Hatfield/McCoy feud. This chili is really good, too good not to post!
Provided by Z5370
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 2h15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Saute meat,onion celery, with the garlic. Drain. In a large sauce pan combine all ingredients. Simmer for at leat two hours. I put in crock pot and simmer on low for 6 hours.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. Fresh, flavorful chicken livers will make all the difference in your chopped liver.
- Don't overcook the chicken livers. Overcooked chicken livers will be tough and dry. Cook them just until they are cooked through, about 5 minutes.
- Let the chopped liver cool completely before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and develop.
- Season the chopped liver to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste until you achieve the desired flavor.
- Serve the chopped liver with your favorite crackers, bread, or vegetables. Chopped liver is also a great addition to sandwiches and wraps.
Conclusion:
Chopped liver is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With its rich, creamy texture and savory flavor, chopped liver is a true treat. Whether you're serving it as an appetizer, a main course, or a sandwich filling, chopped liver is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give chopped liver a try. You won't be disappointed!
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