What Is Calves liver and How Can I Use It?
Calves liver is easier to cook with than it looks. Here's how to choose, use, and store it, what to substitute, and 8 recipes to get you started.
| In Chinese: | 牛犊肝 | |
| British (UK) term: | Calves liver | |
| en français: | foie de veau | |
| en español: | terneros hígado |
Recipes using calves liver
There are 8 recipes that contain this ingredient.
Liver Alive with Avocados
Sauteed calves liver with avocado slices in a brown butter, lemon, and white wine sauce with thyme and parsley. An elegant, retro main course ready in 30 minutes.
Brandied Liver & Onions
Calves liver seared in bacon drippings and topped with soft onions, raisins, brandy, and a splash of cider vinegar. A 30-minute spin on a classic that even liver skeptics might love.
Sur Le Gril Chopped Liver
Classic chopped liver made with calves liver, caramelized onions, hard-cooked egg, and butter, ground twice for a smooth, rich spread. Serve chilled on dark rye with tomato and cucumber.
Liver with Marinated Mushrooms
Broiled calves liver topped with French dressing-marinated mushrooms and fresh parsley. A quick, high-protein dinner for two that's on the table in under 10 minutes of cook time.
Stuffed Liver
Stuffed calves liver roasted with bread stuffing and topped with salt pork strips. A classic Pennsylvania Dutch-style liver roast served with spinach and baked potatoes.
Calves Liver Stroganoff
Calves liver stroganoff with sautéed mushrooms, onions, and white wine in a tangy low-fat yogurt sauce over noodles. A lighter, iron-rich spin on the classic in just 30 minutes.
Sauteed Liver
Sauteed calves liver with onions and white wine, flour-coated and pan-fried in butter and oil. A classic bistro-style liver dish ready in 30 minutes.
Bohemian Liver Dumplings
Bohemian liver dumplings made with ground calf's liver, eggs, garlic, and cracker crumbs, boiled in broth. A traditional Czech soup addition with only 5 ingredients and 30 minutes start to finish.
