Golden Spiced Chicken Livers

Chicken liver has been one of my favorite foods since childhood. Whenever I had yakitori, I would always choose liver—it was a must for me.

When cooking chicken liver at home, be sure to select fresh, high-quality livers for the best flavor and nutritional benefits. Chicken livers are a powerhouse of essential nutrients that support your overall health. They are rich in vitamin B12, folate, and iron, making them especially beneficial for those concerned about anemia. Livers also provide a generous amount of vitamin A (a nutrient to monitor if you are pregnant), high-quality protein, and one of my favorite nutrients, CoQ10, which helps promote energy production and heart health. While livers are known to be higher in cholesterol, enjoying them with a lot of vegetables occasionally.

golden spiced chicken livers

Ingredients:

<Serves: 6-8>

500g (1 lb) organic chicken livers, cleaned

1 tsp garlic, minced

1 tsp ginger, minced

1 medium size onion, finely chopped

2-3 tbsp olive oil

Sea salt and black pepper to taste

1 tsp curry powder

1 tsp turmeric powder

1/2 tsp cumin powder

Instructions:

1. Immerse the chicken livers in cold water, preferably with ice cubes, for 10 minutes. Rinse thoroughly and gently pat them dry. Trim any connective tissue as necessary.

2. Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, cooking for 30 seconds. Incorporate the chopped onions and season with salt and pepper. Continue to cook until the onions turn golden brown, approximately 10 minutes.

3. Add 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil and the livers, and cook, stirring occasionally, for approximately 15 minutes or longer.

4. Combine the curry powder, turmeric, and cumin with the liver and cook for several minutes. Serve alongside leafy greens, such as arugula, and pair with hummus on bread, chapati, naan, or similar options. I prepared whole wheat chapati.

Posted on March 2nd, 2020