Crispy Southern Fried Chicken Livers
Delight your taste buds with the rich, savory flavors of **Crispy Southern Fried Chicken Livers**, a classic comfort food that’s both hearty and satisfying. Tender chicken livers are soaked in tangy buttermilk to enhance their flavor and texture, then coated in a perfectly seasoned blend of flour and cornmeal spiced with paprika, garlic powder, and a touch of cayenne for a flavorful kick. Fried to golden, crispy perfection in hot, shimmering oil, these livers are irresistibly crunchy on the outside and melt-in-your-mouth tender on the inside. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, a nostalgic main dish, or a Southern-inspired snack. Serve them up hot with your favorite dipping sauce or classic sides like coleslaw and cornbread for an unforgettable experience.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken livers
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 2 cups Vegetable oil
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the chicken livers thoroughly under cold water and gently pat them dry with paper towels.
Step 2
Place the cleaned livers in a bowl and cover them with buttermilk. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator to tenderize.
Step 3
In a shallow dish, combine the flour, cornmeal, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
Step 4
Remove the chicken livers from the buttermilk, allowing any excess buttermilk to drip off. Coat each liver in the flour mixture, ensuring they are fully covered.
Step 5
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Step 6
Carefully add the coated livers to the hot oil, a few at a time, to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Step 7
Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried livers from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Step 8
Serve immediately while the livers are hot and crispy. Enjoy as an appetizer or with your favorite sides.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1482.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5969.3 |
| Total Fat 516.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 89.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 286.7g | |
| Cholesterol 1455.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7401.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 282.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 19.3g | |
| Protein 94.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 308.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 421.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 36.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1653.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories