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southern fried chicken livers recipe

Southern Fried Chicken Livers Recipe

Discover the magic of southern fried chicken livers recipe. Crispy, flavorful, and easy to make, it's a must-try comfort food classic.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Soaking Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound fresh chicken livers
  • 1 cup buttermilk (or whole milk)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornmeal
  • q.s. vegetable oil for frying

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Paper Towels
  • Tongs for Flipping
  • Shallow Bowls for Coating

Method
 

  1. Clean chicken livers by rinsing under cold water and patting dry with paper towels, then trim off tough veins or fat.
  2. Place cleaned livers in a bowl, pour in buttermilk, add a pinch of salt and pepper, and let soak for at least 30 minutes.
  3. In a shallow dish, combine flour, cornmeal, garlic powder, paprika, and additional salt and pepper, stirring to evenly mix.
  4. Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  5. Add coated livers one at a time to the skillet, frying for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Drain fried livers on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 300mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 6mg

Notes

This recipe is highly appreciated for its simplicity and irresistible flavor. A comfort food that will showcase your cooking skills!
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