Best 6 Southern Fried Liver N Onions Recipes

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Southern fried liver n onions is a classic dish that has been enjoyed for generations. It is a simple dish to make, but it is packed with flavor. The liver is coated in a seasoned flour mixture and then fried until it is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The onions are caramelized until they are soft and sweet. The two are then served together with a side of mashed potatoes, gravy, and green beans. This dish is a hearty and satisfying meal that is perfect for a cold winter night.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

LIVER AND ONIONS RECIPE



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Follow these step-by-step, photo illustrated instructions for our Liver and Onions Recipe complete with a printable recipe. I know, it's an acquired taste but, it's certainly worth giving this old southern favorite a try. It's quick and easy and goes great with rice or mashed potatoes.

Provided by Steve Gordon

Categories     Main Dish

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb of Beef Liver
1 Onion, large, sliced
2 Tablespoons Butter
1 cup Flour
½ cup Shortening or Oil for frying.
Salt
Pepper
Paprika

Steps:

  • Place liver in a colander and drain.
  • Carefully spread liver pieces out in a pan, set aside.
  • Remove ends and skin from onion. Slice to desired thickness.
  • Heat a skillet to medium heat and add 2 Tablespoons butter.
  • Add sliced onions to the skillet.
  • Fry onions until translucent & slightly brown, stirring as needed, about 15-20 minutes.
  • Remove onions from skillet, set aside.
  • Set up a dredge station by placing flour in a dish or bowl.
  • Sprinkle liver with Salt, Black Pepper and Paprika to taste.
  • Dredge liver pieces in flour, coating both sides. Shake off any excess and set aside.
  • Add oil to skillet, let warm up for about 3 minutes.
  • Place liver slices in skillet, brown the bottom for about 3-4 minutes.
  • Flip liver slices over, let brown about 3 more minutes, do not over cook.
  • You may cut a slice of the liver to test for doneness.
  • Serve warm and Enjoy!

ABSOLUTE BEST LIVER AND ONIONS



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This recipe will turn liver haters into converts. Very simple! The three things that will set your liver above all others are: 1) soak in milk, 2)turn liver as little as possible and 3) don't overcook!

Provided by JSHULER43

Categories     Everyday Cooking

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds sliced beef liver
1 ½ cups milk, or as needed
¼ cup butter, divided
2 large Vidalia onions, sliced into rings
2 cups all-purpose flour, or as needed
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Gently rinse liver slices under cold water, and place in a medium bowl. Pour in enough milk to cover. Let stand while preparing onions. (I like to soak up to an hour or two - whatever you have time for.) This step is SO important in taking the bitter taste of the liver out.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Separate onion rings, and saute them in butter until soft. Remove onions, and melt remaining butter in the skillet. Season the flour with salt and pepper, and put it in a shallow dish or on a plate. Drain milk from liver, and coat slices in the flour mixture.
  • When the butter has melted, turn the heat up to medium-high, and place the coated liver slices in the pan. Cook until nice and brown on the bottom. Turn, and cook on the other side until browned. Add onions, and reduce heat to medium. Cook a bit longer to taste. Our family prefers the liver to just barely retain a pinkness on the inside when you cut to check. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 687 calories, Carbohydrate 74.2 g, Cholesterol 577.9 mg, Fat 20.7 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 48.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.7 g, Sodium 308.7 mg, Sugar 11.2 g

LIVER AND ONIONS



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Liver and onions come together in this hearty dish that's ready in 25 minutes - perfect for dinner!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons butter or margarine
2 medium onions, thinly sliced
1 lb beef or veal liver, 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick
All-purpose flour
3 tablespoons vegetable oil or shortening
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In 10-inch skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Cook onions in butter 4 to 6 minutes, stirring frequently, until light brown. Remove onions from skillet; keep warm.
  • Coat liver with flour. In same skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook liver in oil 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until brown on outside and slightly pink in center, returning onions to skillet during last minute of cooking. Don't overcook or liver could become tough. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 325 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 310 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1/2 g

LIVER AND ONIONS



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Don't believe the critics, liver's delicious and good for you. Just be sure not to overcook it!

Provided by Lola

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons butter
1 onion, diced
2 teaspoons white sugar
1 pound calves' livers
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon butter
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in onion and saute until softened. Stir in sugar and continue to cook until onion caramelizes.
  • Rinse liver and remove thin outer membrane. Slice liver into 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick slices.
  • Heat remaining butter in a medium skillet over medium heat
  • Dredge liver slices in flour and brown in melted butter for about 1 to 1 1/2 minutes per side. Remove from heat and season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve liver smothered with caramelized onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 342.7 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 24.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 161.4 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

LIVER AND ONIONS W/ GRAVY



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This was the most tender and tasty version of liver and onions I ever had. The broth and the dredged flour on the liver makes a very nice gravy. It is good served over rice or with mashed potatoes.

Provided by David04

Categories     Beef Liver

Time 30m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

flour, for dredging
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 lbs beef liver, sliced
1 -2 onion, thinly sliced
1 cup beef broth

Steps:

  • Place enough flour in a large bowl to coat the liver. Add salt and pepper.
  • Slice liver and dredge in seasoned flour.
  • Place olive oil in a large skillet and brown both sides of the liver over medium high heat.
  • Place sliced onions in the skillet with the liver.
  • Pour beef broth on top of liver and onions.
  • Cover and simmer on low until onions are tender and broth forms a nice gravy.

CALF LIVER AND ONIONS LOUISIANA-STYLE



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I found this on the Cooking Louisiana website and want to make sure I keep it handy. It looks fabulous, but I haven't tried it yet.

Provided by SheCooksToConquer

Categories     Beef Organ Meats

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup milk
3 large onions, halved and sliced kind of thin
4 tablespoons butter (or bacon grease)
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup canola oil (or enough to cover bottom of pan about 1/4-inch)
2 lbs young calf liver, sliced
2 cups chicken stock
1/2 cup green onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
salt and pepper
garlic powder

Steps:

  • Wash liver, put in a zip bag with milk and put in the ice box for an hour or so.
  • Remove liver from bag, season with salt and pepper. Dust the liver with flour in a pan and leave them in the flour.
  • In a medium sized skillet, sauté the onions in butter until slightly brown and remove and drain Drain any leftover butter in a cup. While doing this, dust the liver once more and set on a plate. Let the liver rest a few minutes.
  • Add the cooking oil to the same pan and heat until ready to fry inches Put two or three pieces of liver in the oil leaving a 1" space between each. Keep the oil at a good temperature to maintain frying. Fry liver on each side until golden brown and remove. You are not trying to fully cook it, just brown it.
  • Take the liver out, put it a plate and cover it with foil. Pour the oil out into the the cup with the butter in it to make about 1/4 cup; pour this back in the pan and put on a medium fire. Add enough flour to make a small medium brown roux. Add chicken stock (or water) enough to make the roux a medium thickness. Be sure to boil this and sprinkle some garlic powder in it.
  • Remove roux and in the same pan return liver, onions (regular and green) and roux. Cook on medium fire for about 15 minutes (stirring every 5 minutes) or so or until liver is done but not overdone.

Tips:

  • To remove the bitterness from the liver, soak it in milk for 30 minutes before cooking.
  • For a crispier coating, double-coat the liver in the flour mixture.
  • Fry the liver in batches to prevent overcrowding and ensure even cooking.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan when frying the liver, as this will cause it to steam rather than fry.
  • Cook the liver over medium-high heat until it is golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  • Serve the liver immediately with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, onion rings, or green beans.

Conclusion:

Southern Fried Liver and Onions is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and packed with flavor. The liver is coated in a seasoned flour mixture and fried until golden brown and cooked through, then served with sautéed onions. This dish is a great way to use up leftover liver, and it is also a budget-friendly meal. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, Southern Fried Liver and Onions is a dish that the whole family will enjoy.

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