Crispy Stir-Fried Liver

Ingredients

In this adaptation, the Danish dish "Stegt lever" is transformed into a Chinese-inspired dish by incorporating traditional Chinese spices and cooking techniques. The original dish is typically pan-fried liver served with onions and bacon, while the adapted version focuses on stir-frying the liver to achieve a crispy texture and infusing it with Chinese flavors such as soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and Chinese five-spice powder. We alse have the original recipe for Stegt lever, so you can check it out.

• 500g (1.1 lb) liver, thinly sliced 500g (1.1 lb) liver, thinly sliced
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon ginger, grated 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
• 1/4 cup cornstarch 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish) 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 10g, 1g
• Protein: 30g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, and Chinese five-spice powder.
2. 2.
   Add the liver slices to the marinade and let them sit for 15 minutes.
3. 3.
   Drain the liver slices and coat them evenly with cornstarch.
4. 4.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
5. 5.
   Add the coated liver slices to the hot oil and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes, or until they turn crispy and golden brown.
6. 6.
   Remove the liver slices from the pan and drain them on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
7. 7.
   Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Liver — Ensure the liver is thinly sliced for even cooking and tenderness.
• Chinese five-spice powder — Use a good quality powder for authentic flavors.
• Cornstarch — Coat the liver slices evenly to achieve a crispy texture.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of heat, add a pinch of chili flakes or Sichuan peppercorns.
• Serve the dish with a side of stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
• Adjust the marinade ingredients according to your taste preferences.
• Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the liver to achieve a crispy texture.
• Experiment with different types of liver, such as chicken or pork, for variation.

Serving advice

Serve the Crispy Stir-Fried Liver hot as a main dish, accompanied by steamed rice or noodles. Garnish with sliced green onions for added freshness and color.

Presentation advice

Arrange the crispy liver slices on a serving platter and sprinkle with the sliced green onions. Serve with steamed rice or noodles on the side for an appealing presentation.