Grandma’s Chopped Liver

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 13

Grandma's Chopped Liver, a Jewish Classic Dish

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

210

Sugar

Fat

15g

Grandma's Chopped Liver is a classic appetizer in Jewish cuisine. The dish originated in Eastern Europe and was later brought to Israel and the United States by Jewish immigrants. This delicious and hearty dish consists of chopped chicken liver sautéed with onions and hard-boiled eggs. The onion and oil mixture tenderizes the liver and adds a tangy taste to the dish. Grandma's Chopped Liver is perfect for holiday gatherings and other special occasions.

Instructions

1.	Hard-boil the eggs, then let them cool.
2.	Meanwhile, sauté 2 chopped onions in vegetable oil until they are golden brown.
3.	Remove the onions from the pan and set aside.
4.	Add the chicken liver to the same pan and sauté until they are fully cooked.
5.	Place the cooked chicken liver and cooked onions into a food processor.
6.	Add in the hard-boiled eggs, chicken bouillon, salt, and pepper.
7.	Process everything until it is smooth.
8.	Adjust the salt and pepper seasonings according to your taste preferences.

PROS

Grandma’s Chopped Liver is a classic appetizer that is savory, flavorful, and easy to make.

The dish has an excellent texture, making it perfect to spread on bread, crackers, or vegetables.

This dish is also affordable and can feed a large group of people.

CONS

Although the dish is tasty, it has a high cholesterol content because of the liver, egg, and oil.

It might not be suitable for people with heart disease or high cholesterol levels.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The chicken liver in this recipe is a highly concentrated source of nutrients like Vitamin A, Iron, and protein.
Eggs are also a great source of protein, contribute to healthy brain function, and are a great source of vitamin D.
The onions in this dish also provide anti-inflammatory properties that protect your cells from damage and disease.

	2 pounds chicken livers , rinsed and trimmed
	2 eggs
	3 onions
	1 quart water
	2 cubes chicken bouillon
	2 tablespoons vegetable oil
	salt and pepper to taste