Posted on Thursday, March 10, 2016 in
Beef Recipes
Portuguese Fried Liver
This Portuguese fried liver recipe (receita de iscas de figado) is easy to make, serve with rice.
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| Preparation time | 2 h 5 min |
| Cooking Time | 25 min |
| Ready In | 2 h 30 min |
| Level of Difficulty | Easy |
| Servings | 4 |
Ingredients
3/4 lb of beef liver1 teaspoon cumin6 tablespoons olive oilMarinade:3 cloves garlic1 teaspoon red pepper/pimento paste1 bay LeafWhite wine or beerSalt (to taste)
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Preparation
- Marinate the sliced liver in the above ingredients using enough wine or beer to just cover the liver.
- Allow to stand for 2 hours.
- Fry the liver in a little olive oil until brown.
- Remove and place in a separate saucepan.
- Add the marinade to the frying pan and bring to a boil.
- Pour over the liver and simmer gently until tender.
- This sauce is fairly rich so a little water maybe added if required.
- Add cumin to taste and serve with rice, enjoy!
Recipe Credit: easyportugueserecipes.com
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Big, juicy grill-seared Portuguese chunks of beef and vegetables served over thick slices of artisan bread.
| Level of Difficulty | Easy |
| Servings | 4 |
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| Level of Difficulty | Easy |
| Servings | 6 |
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