Liver

Poultry

Liver

Chicken liver is soft, mild offal ideal for pâtés, quick sautés, and smothered livers. Quality is best from fresh birds; soak briefly in milk if a milder taste is wanted. Clean gall stains, pat dry, and sear hot while keeping centres slightly pink for mousse, or cook through for traditional recipes. Pairs with onions, brandy, and sage.

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Characteristics

Preparations

BraisedPan FriedPâtéSeared

Traits

IntenseIron RichRichSoftSpreadable When PreparedStrong

Nutrition and pairings

Nutrition

Typical values per 100 g edible portion. Nutrient names open the reference page.

Nutrition Facts

Per 100 g edible portion

Calories 209

Amount per 100 g

  • Total Fat 7.12 g
  • Saturated Fat 2.87 g
  • Trans Fat 0.1 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat 3.87 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1 g
  • Cholesterol 375 mg
  • Sodium 67.9 mg
  • Salt 0.14 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 1 g
  • Dietary Fibre 0 g
  • Total Sugars 0.49 g
  • Complex / starch 0 g
  • Protein 24 g
  • Water 62.5 g

Liver concentrates vitamins A and B12 and holds more cholesterol than skeletal muscle.

History

Industrial poultry packing standardised named chicken parts for retail.

Boneless convenience cuts expanded home and food-service use.

Heritage and free-range birds renewed interest in bone-in flavourful joints.

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