Tuesday, December 17, 2013

Venison Liver with Bacon and Onions

Liver definitely has a very distinct flavor and texture, and lots of people have an aversion to it, but not me thank goodness! Recently we were given some super fresh venison, so I needed to find some recipes. I think I might make some pâte next time...
1/2 lb bacon 
1 lb venison liver
1 C flour
1/2 tsp seasoned salt
1/2 tsp garlic salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1/2 medium red onion, sliced
1/2 medium yellow onion, sliced
1 TBsp butter
Prepare the liver by trimming off any stringy tissues, and then cut it into half inch slices.
Put the flour in a medium bowl and stir in the seasoned salt, garlic salt and pepper. Dip the liver slices into the seasoned flour mixture, carefully shaking off any excess. Set aside on a clean plate.
Meanwhile fry the bacon for a few minutes until done, and then drain on some paper towels.
Sauté the onions in the same frying pan for about ten minutes, stirring gently until golden brown. 
Remove the onions to a plate and add the reserved bacon. Cover with foil to keep warm. 
Add the butter to the frying pan, and sauté the liver slices for about two to three minutes per side. Serve with the bacon and onions. 

Traditionally apples complement the taste of venison, so perhaps a little portion of warm apple sauce would work nicely!

1 comment:

Unknown said...

Mmmmm-Liver and onions! Delicious. I made a french meat pie that was 1/2 and 1/2 venison & beef. The kids loved it.