Recipe: Fried Chicken Livers
Introduction: Fried chicken livers are a flavorful and crispy delicacy often enjoyed as a snack or appetizer. Coated in a seasoned cornmeal crust and fried to golden perfection, they are served with a creamy dipping sauce and a slice of lemon for a tangy twist.
Ingredients:
- 500g chicken livers
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon milk
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
- Dipping sauce (optional, such as ranch or creamy garlic sauce)
Instructions:
- Prepare the chicken livers: Rinse the chicken livers under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Trim any excess fat or connective tissue.
- Prepare the breading: In a shallow dish, mix together the cornmeal, flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Prepare the egg wash: In another shallow dish, whisk the eggs and milk together.
- Coat the livers: Dip each chicken liver into the egg wash, then dredge it in the seasoned cornmeal mixture, pressing lightly to coat evenly.
- Fry the livers: Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the chicken livers. Fry them for 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Drain excess oil: Once cooked, transfer the fried chicken livers to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
- Serve: Serve the fried chicken livers hot with lemon wedges and your favorite dipping sauce on the side. Enjoy!
