Chicken Liver Pilaf (Iç Pilav)
Chicken livers are a cheap source of protein and there are few recipes tastier than this Turkish Chicken Liver Pilaf recipe.
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Instructions
- Soak the rice in cold water for 1 hour, then drain and rinse under a cold tap.
- Heat 1 tbsp of butter and 1 tbsp of oil in a pan over a medium heat. Add the rice, currants, cinnamon and allspice. Stir-fry for 3 minutes.
- Add the water or stock, season with salt and pepper and bring to the boil. Cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until all the water has been absorbed by the rice.
- Meanwhile, heat the remaining oil and butter in a pan over a low heat. Add the onion and sweat gently for 10 minutes.
- Add the chicken liver and pine nuts. Turn the heat up and stir-fry for about 5 minutes.
- Add this mixture into the cooked rice, stir well and cover with a teatowel for 10 minutes. Fluff up with a fork, sprinkle with parsley and serve.
Titli's Tips
Chicken livers have a hint of sweetness that makes them totally delicious but you could use any kind of liver for this dish. You could even use kidneys if you wish!
Nutrition Facts
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Amount Per Serving
% Daily Value
Calories 732
36%
Calories from Fat 284
Total Fat 31.6g
48%
Saturated Fat 8.7g
43%
Unsaturated Fat 19.6g
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Amount Per Serving
% Daily Value
Total Carbohydrate 84.7g
28%
Dietary Fibre 2.8g
11%
Sugars 10.7g
Protein 27.3g
54%
Cholesterol 314.2mgs
104%
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