Liver and onions is a classic dish that has been enjoyed for generations, offering a hearty and flavorful meal option. With this step-by-step guide, you’ll be able to cook this delicious dish with ease and confidence.

1. Gather your ingredients

To cook liver and onions, you will need the following:

– 1 pound of liver (beef or lamb works well)

– 2 large onions (sliced thinly)

– 2 tablespoons of butter or oil

– 1 cup of flour

– Salt and pepper to taste

– Optional: garnish with chopped parsley

2. Rinse the liver

Run cold water over the liver slices, ensuring that any excess blood is rinsed away. Pat dry with paper towels.

3. Trim the liver

Remove any thick membranes or connective tissues from the liver using a sharp knife.

4. Season the flour

Add salt and pepper to taste in the flour and mix well. This will help season the liver as it’s dredged through the mixture.

5. Dredge the liver

Coat each slice of liver with the flour mixture, making sure it’s fully covered on both sides.

6. Heat the butter or oil

In a large skillet, heat your choice of butter or oil over medium heat.

7. Sauté the onions

Add the sliced onions into the skillet and cook until they’re caramelized (golden brown), usually about 5 minutes. Once caramelized, remove them from the skillet and set aside.

8. Cook the liver

In the same skillet, add more butter or oil if needed, then cook the dredged liver slices for about 3-4 minutes per side until browned and cooked to medium-rare/medium doneness (internal temperature should read around 145°F).

9. Add onions back to skillet

Once your liver has been cooked, return the caramelized onions to the skillet and combine them with the liver.

10. Simmer for a few minutes

Allow your liver and onions to simmer together for a few more minutes on low heat, which helps to meld the flavors and ensure that the liver is cooked through.

11. Serve hot & enjoy

Serve your liver and onions dish hot, plated with a side of mashed potatoes or your choice of vegetables. For extra presentation value, garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

There you have it – a classic liver and onions dish prepared in 11 simple steps. Enjoy cooking this delicious, nutritious meal and share it with friends or family for a cozy dinner at home.