Hanover Sauce for Poultry

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 12

Hanover Sauce for Poultry Recipe

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

5 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 chicken livers or 1 turkey liver ( from the bird being cooked )
	5 fluid ounces double cream
	1/2 lemon , juice only
	1 anchovy fillet , washed in milk
	salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

263

Sugar

Fat

25g

Hanover Sauce for Poultry is a classic sauce that originated from Hanover, Germany. It is commonly used as a seasoning for roasted poultry dishes during festive occasions. The sauce has a creamy and tangy flavor that complements the taste of roasted turkey or chicken. The sauce has evolved over time, with different recipes being created to suit different tastes. This recipe uses chicken or turkey liver, double cream, anchovy fillet, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create a mouth-watering sauce that will elevate any poultry dish to the next level.

Instructions

1.	Clean the liver and remove any membrane from it.
2.	In a pan, heat the double cream and add the liver to it. Cook it over low heat for 10 minutes.
3.	In a separate bowl, mash the anchovy fillet and add it to the cream and liver. Keep stirring to avoid sticking.
4.	Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper and cook for 5 additional minutes.
5.	Remove from heat and blend the mixture until smooth.
6.	Serve as a sauce with the cooked poultry.

PROS

Hanover Sauce for Poultry is a quick and easy recipe to make.
It is a flavorful sauce that pairs well with turkey or chicken during holiday dinners or any time of the year.
It can also be refrigerated and reheated when needed.
The sauce is creamy and has a subtle tangy taste that enhances the poultry dish.

CONS

The sauce has cream and liver, which makes it not suitable for vegans or vegetarians.
It can also be high in calories and fat.
People who are sensitive to the taste of liver may not enjoy the sauce on poultry dishes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Hanover Sauce for Poultry provides a good source of protein and healthy fat from liver and cream. It also contains some vitamins and minerals such as Vitamin A and Iron. However, it is not recommended for people with cholesterol issues due to its high-fat content.