30 Beef Liver Recipes That Will Transform This Cut Into the Star of the Show!

January 9, 2025
Written by Kristy J. Norton

Beef is nutrient dense and can be a great addition to any meal. These beef liver recipes show you the many ways that you can whip up this cut so it is absolutely delicious. What are you waiting for? Go ahead and try them out! 

beef liver recipes

1. Beef Liver and Onions

This recipe produces slightly crispy beef liver that is accompanied by the yummiest onions! The beef is soaked in milk to remove the bitterness before it is coated in flour and fried in butter. The beef is joined by onions sauteed in butter and everything is cooked together until done! 

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Beef Liver and Onions

2. Beef Liver Pate

If you are feeling a little fancy, then this is definitely a recipe that you should try! It is surprisingly easy but it will certainly impress your guests! Here, onions and garlic cooked in melted butter are added to a food processor. This is joined by beef liver seared in butter. Blend it all together and then chill until you serve it! 

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Beef Liver Pate

3. Asian Stir-Fried Liver

The key to making this stir fried liver taste so good is marinating it in soy sauce, ginger, and chili powder. Start sauteing onions and then add in the beef liver and the marinade. Fry until the liver is cooked through and all the flavors are absorbed. Serve over jasmine rice. 

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Asian Stir-Fried Liver

4. Spicy Beef Liver Stir-Fry

If you are all about the spice, then you are going to love this recipe! The liver is fried in oil that has been infused with sichuan peppercorns and is then mixed in with sauteed aromatics, chilies, and leeks. Soy sauce is added to the dish and combined until the flavors are absorbed. 

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Spicy Beef Liver Stir-Fry

5. Beef Liver Curry

This fragrant and delicious dish is a Pakistani inspired curry - it has so many incredible flavors and is the perfect option if you are still getting used to eating beef liver. Here, aromatics and spices are fried in oil and then tomato and yogurt are added. The liver is cooked in all of this before butter and more aromatic ingredients are poured in. 

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Beef Liver Curry

6. Beef Liver Stroganoff 

This is an excellent way to whip up a healthy and creamy dish for dinner! In this recipe, shallots, mushrooms, and liver are fried and then mustard, creme fraiche, and Greek yogurt are stirred in. Add liver to the dish and finish things off by serving the stroganoff with mashed potatoes or rice. 

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Beef Liver Stroganoff

7. Beef Liver and Onion Meatballs 

This is a great way to take your meatballs to another level! Beef liver is mixed in with ground beef, onions, and yummy seasonings. Then, form the meatballs and add to a baking tray. Bake until the meatballs are cooked through! 

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Beef Liver and Onion Meatballs

8. Venezuelan Liver and Onions

This is a different, slightly more savory version of the traditional liver and onions. Here, the beef liver is sauteed along with garlic to lend it an earthy flavor. Then, beef, garlic, and sauteed onions are simmered in a white wine sauce until it reduces a little. 

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Venezuelan Liver and Onions

9. Beef Liver Taco Bowl

Yes, beef liver can make the most delicious taco bowl! In this recipe, liver and minced beef are cooked along with aromatics and spices. They are then tipped over a bowl of quinoa and served with a homemade mango salsa. You can add any other toppings you like! 

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Beef Liver Taco Bowl

10. Beef Liver Bolognese 

If you want to amp up the nutritional value of your bolognese, this is the perfect way to do so! Cooked beef liver and mince are added to aromatics as well as tomato paste, tomatoes, wine, anchovies, bacon, and herbs. All of this is cooked until the sauce is thickened! Serve with spaghetti

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Honey Garlic Smoked Pork Ribs (1)

11. Beef Liver Stew

Warm and nutritious, this is a great recipe when you need something a little cozy! The beef is cooked in a broth of beef stock, tomatoes, aromatics, and spices. The results is a truly delicious stew that goes well with crusty bread! 

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Beef Liver Stew

12. Beef and Liver Chili

If you want to mask the flavor of the liver, then this is the way to go! All of the yummy spices and flavors will mean that you can barely taste the liver. In this recipe, pureed beef liver and ground beef is cooked in a ton of spices and black beans to get a truly hearty meal. 

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Beef and Liver Chili

13. Liver and Bacon with Onion Gravy

This is a yummy and decadent dish! The gravy is made from sauteed onions and bacon cooked in broth, ketchup, and seasonings. Add in browned beef liver to the pan and simmer until the flavors are absorbed! 

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Liver and Bacon with Onion Gravy

14. Beef Liver Fried Rice

This delicious fried rice is bound to be one of the savoriest rice dishes you have tried! The rice is cooked in stock and the liver and the rice are tossed in stir-fried vegetables, curry powder, and delicious seasonings. Cook until the liver is done and serve! 

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Beef Liver Fried Rice

15. Moroccan Grilled Liver Kebabs

You might want to give these kebabs a try at your next barbecue for some truly tender skewers! This recipe uses beef liver and kidney fat - chop and marinate these in paprika and cumin. Then, thread through the skewers and grill. Serve with cumin and cayenne for even more flavor! 

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Moroccan Grilled Liver Kebabs

16. Creamy Liver and Mushroom Gravy

Creamy and delicious, even people who don't like liver are sure to love this recipe! Sauteed liver, mushrooms, and onions are simmered in an incredible sauce. It is made from milk, broth, and mozzarella cheese! 

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Creamy Liver and Mushroom Gravy

17. Liver and Bacon Casserole 

This is an excellent option for cooking beef liver for a crowd! In a casserole pan, sauteed beef liver is topped off with sauteed bacon and onion. This is then topped off with a homemade gravy that is sprinkled with herbs, bay leaves, and seasonings. Bake until done! 

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Liver and Bacon Casserole 

18. Beef Liver Fritters

Perfectly seasoned beef liver fritters that are fried to a crispy golden brown - what more could you ask for? Here, the beef liver is added to suet, shallots, and breadcrumbs. Roll into balls and flatten into patties before frying in oil. 

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Beef Liver Fritters

19. Beef Liver Patties

These liver patties prove that hamburgers can be healthy! This recipe is really simple - all you have to do is grind the liver and the vegetables and mix egg and flour. Season and fry the patties until they are cooked all the way through.

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Beef Liver Patties

20. Beef Liver Cake

If you want to go all out with your beef liver recipe, then give this one a try! The base of the cake is fried beef liver patties. This is topped off with a homemade avocado and mayo sauce. The next layer is sauteed vegetables. Repeat the layers and coat the entire cake in the sauce. 

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Beef Liver Cake

21. Beef Liver Pancakes

If you want to add more nutrition to your breakfast, you now know how! Simply blend beef liver with melted ghee, eggs, and a bit of salt. Then, heat butter or ghee in a pan and scoop out some of the batter to form the pancakes. Cook on each side and enjoy! 

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Beef Liver Pancakes

22. Beef Liver and Eggs

This is another great recipe for a nutritious breakfast or simply want a hearty meal. The liver is sauteed in bacon, garlic, onion, and tomato paste. Once cooked, crack eggs into the same pan and fry until they are done. Top with herbs and chili. 

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Beef Liver and Eggs

23. Beef Liver Pasta with Potatoes and Pickled Cucumber 

What a wonderful way to bulk up your pasta while experimenting with new flavors! The beef is simmered in a sauce made from broth, cream, herbs, and aromatics. Then, add to cooked pasta. For a full meal, make sauteed potatoes and serve alongside pickled cucumber! 

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Beef Liver Pasta with Potatoes and Pickled Cucumber

24. Barbecued Beef Liver

You might not have thought that beef liver would make a good barbecue recipe but you would be wrong! Here, the beef liver is coated in flour and fried before being cooked in a homemade barbecue sauce. Just delicious! 

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Barbecued Beef Liver

25. Beef Liver Sandwiches 

This is certainly one of the more flavorful sandwiches you will try! The beef is cooked in an incredible array of diced jalapenos and spice minced garlic. Season with vinegar and lime for added tang and brightness before using as a filling for a sandwich! 

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Beef Liver Sandwiches

26. Smothered Beef Liver Recipe

This could become your next comfort meal and it is also healthy! Here, the gravy is made from mushrooms, broth, and flavored with onions. Once the gravy is just right, add in the liver and simmer until all the flavors are absorbed and the sauce has thickened. 

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Smothered Beef Liver Recipe

27. Finnish Beef Liver Bake 

If you are looking to cook beef liver in new and different ways, this is a recipe to try! Here, the rice is cooked in milk and water. Once it is done, beef liver, eggs, raisins, and spices are mixed in. This is all transferred to a baking dish and baked until the filling sets. Serve with a tart red jam. 

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Finnish Beef Liver Bake 

28. Instant Pot Beef Liver

Quick, simple, and delicious, this is the perfect weeknight meal! Beef, broth, seasonings, and aromatics are added to an Instant Pot and pressure cooked. When the meat is nice and tender, stir in sour cream and enjoy! 

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Instant Pot Beef Liver

29. Kenyan Beef Liver

This dish really brings the flavor! The beef liver is fried in sauteed aromatics and spices. Once cooked through, it is simmered in broth and peppers. When it flavorful and tender, top with cilantro and serve! 

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Kenyan Beef Liver

30. Dirty Rice with Beef Liver

This one pot dish is the perfect balance between herbs and spices! Beef liver and ground beef are sauteed together before celery, onion, peppers, cajun seasoning and other ingredients are added in. Then, rice and broth is poured in and all is cooked until the rice is tender. 

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Dirty Rice with Beef Liver

It doesn't matter if you are a fan of beef liver or are new to it, these recipes will help you to incorporate it into your diet a lot more. Try out these delicious dishes today!

By Kristy J. Norton
I'm Kristy – a chef and connoisseur of all things BBQ! You can find me either in my kitchen (or someone else's) or at a big outdoor barbecue surrounded by friends and family. In both my professional and personal life I’ve picked up more than a few tips and tricks for turning out delicious food. I consider it a privilege to share it with others!
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