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Frying beef liver in a large cast iron skillet and flipping them with metal tongs.
5 from 8 votes

Absolute Best Fried Beef Liver Recipe

If you love beef liver, you have come to the right place. This extra-crispy fried beef liver recipe is tender and full of savory flavors.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Total Time23 minutes
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Keyword: beef liver recipe, fried beef liver, how to fry beef liver
Servings: 6
Calories: 265kcal
Author: Laura Ascher

Equipment

Ingredients

  • Beef liver 1.5 lbs
  • 1 cup of all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon of sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon of ground pepper
  • 1 cup of buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon of baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
  • 1 egg
  • Peanut oil

Instructions

  • Add flour, salt and pepper to one bowl.
  • Add baking powder, and baking soda to a second bowl, then stir in the buttermilk and egg.
  • Preheat about a half inch of peanut oil in a deep cast iron skillet or dutch oven.
  • Dredge the liver through the flour and shake off any excess.
  • Dip the liver into the buttermilk batter.
  • Then, dredge it back through the flour. Place the liver on a plate and repeat for the rest of the pieces.
  • Fry the liver, two at a time, until crispy and dark brown. (about 3-4 minutes per side)
  • Remove to a plate or cooling rack to drain excess grease before serving.

Notes

  • I like to keep the oil temperature around 325°F.
  • Use an instant thermometer to check the internal temperature. They should read 160°F.
  • Use tongs to set the liver into the oil to prevent the oil from splattering on your hands.