Chopped Liver Recipe

Name: Chopped Liver
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds chicken livers; 1 cup rendered chicken fat; 2 cups medium-diced yellow onion (2 onions); 1/3 cup Madeira wine; 4 extra-large eggs, hard-cooked, peeled, and chunked; 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley leaves; 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; Pinch cayenne pepper

Servings: persons

1
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.
2
Don't overcook the livers or they will be dry.
3
Transfer them to a large bowl.
4
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.
5
Add the Madeira and deglaze the pan, scraping the sides, for about 15 seconds.
6
Pour into the bowl with the livers.
7
Add the eggs, parsley, thyme, salt, black pepper, cayenne, and the remaining chicken fat to the bowl.
8
Toss quickly to combine.
9
Transfer half the mixture to the bowl of a food processor fitted with a steel blade.
10
Pulse 6 to 8 times, until coarsely chopped.
11
Repeat with the remaining mixture.
12
Season, to taste, and chill.
13
Serve on crackers or matzo.

673

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

104

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds chicken livers, 1 cup rendered chicken fat, 2 cups medium-diced yellow onion (2 onions), 1/3 cup Madeira wine, and more.

Yes, Chopped Liver falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chopped Liver

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