chicken recipe

Cow liver is a superfood rich in Iron, Proteins and Vitamins. It also boasts of very low calories.

This recipe is simple, quick and will leave you wanting more.  Maini is best served with Ugali and leafy greens.

Preparation; I marinated the the liver in fresh lemon juice for 1 hour to get rid of the strong metallic taste. You can do this with milk too.

Lucky enough, my local butcher always removes the thin clear film on the liver so qI didn’t have to do it. If your liver has this.. ensure that you peel it off because it makes the liver chewy when cooked.

Lastly, cut the liver in medium chunks to avoid drying out when cooking.

Let`s begin;

SERVES: 3-4 Decent Portions

INGREDIENTS

• 400 gm Cow Liver
• 2 Medium Sized Onions 
• 3 Ripe Tomatoes
• 1 Green Pepper
• 5 Garlic Cloves
• 1/2 cup of water
• 1/2 Teaspoon of salt
• 4-5 Tablespoons of Cooking Oil
• 1 Teaspoon of Spanish Paprika 
• 1 Tablespoon of Garam Masala
• 1 Bunch of Coriander/Dhania

METHOD

• Step 1: Add the liver into a sufuria/sauce pan together with the water, salt and oil. Let the liver simmer until the water is evaporated.

• Step 2: Let the liver brown a bit.. this will form a foundation and good build up of flavours. (Shown in recipe video)

• Step 3: Once browned, add in the onions and green peppers. Cook until translucent.

• Step 4: Add in the crushed garlic. Mix well and be careful not to burn it.

• Step 5: Add the Tomatoes. Add in the spices. I used Spanish paprika, garam masala and black pepper. Mix well and cook until soft.

• Step 6: Let the tomatoes cook until they form a thick paste and are well blended with the liver.

• Step 7: Add 1/2 Cup of water, mix and add let the liver simmer for 2 minutes. 

• Step 8: Add in the coriander and green pepper (Hoho). Mix well and serve.