Description
This Delicious Chopped Liver recipe offers a creamy, flavorful spread made from sautéed chicken livers, caramelized onions, and hard-boiled eggs, enriched with schmaltz and topped with crispy gribenes for texture. A traditional homemade delight perfect for appetizers or snacks.
Ingredients
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Chicken Liver Mixture
- 1.5 pounds chicken livers
- 0.25 cup schmaltz (divided)
- 2 large onions, sliced
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Additional Ingredients
- 5 hard boiled eggs, peeled and diced
- 0.5 cup gribenes (crispy fried chicken skin bits)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat Schmaltz: Begin by heating 2 tablespoons of schmaltz in a large skillet over medium heat to prepare the base for sautéing.
- Caramelize Onions: Add the sliced onions to the skillet and cook them until golden brown and caramelized, which usually takes about 10 to 15 minutes. This step adds sweetness and depth of flavor.
- Cook Chicken Livers: Add the chicken livers to the skillet with the caramelized onions and cook until they are browned on the outside and cooked through, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
- Cool Mixture: Remove the skillet from heat and allow the liver and onion mixture to cool slightly for easier processing.
- Blend Ingredients: Transfer the cooled mixture to a food processor. Add the diced hard-boiled eggs along with the remaining schmaltz, salt, and black pepper. Blend the ingredients until smooth and creamy.
- Add Gribenes (Optional): If desired, fold in the gribenes to introduce a crunchy texture to the spread.
- Garnish and Serve: Spoon the chopped liver into a serving bowl and garnish with minced fresh parsley. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- For best flavor, use fresh chicken livers and avoid overcooking to prevent dryness.
- Schmaltz can be substituted with butter or olive oil if needed, but traditional schmaltz adds authentic taste.
- Chopped liver is typically served as a spread on rye bread or crackers.
- Gribenes add a delightful crunch but can be omitted for a smoother texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
