Fried Liver (Kaleji Taleli)
This traditional Parsi-Gujarati preparation transforms tender goat liver into a rich, spicy delicacy through a two-step cooking process. The liver is first boiled to ensure tenderness, then marinated in a robust blend of fresh garlic, ginger, green chilies, and aromatic spices before being pan-fried in ghee. The result is a succulent, flavorful dish with a crisp exterior and soft interior, perfect for serving with rotis or naan.
Ingredients
- 1 whole Goat liver (small and tender) (Approx. 1 lb or 500g.)
- 2 teaspoons Salt (Originally 1 Tola total. Divided use (half for boiling, half for marinade).)
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground turmeric (Originally 0.25 Tola.)
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper powder (Originally 0.25 Tola.)
- 1 inch piece Fresh ginger (To be crushed/pasted. Originally 0.25 Tola.)
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves (To be crushed/pasted. Originally 5 Val (approx 1.8g).)
- 1 cup Fresh coriander leaves (cilantro) (Chopped. Originally 'leaves of 2 bunches'.)
- 2 whole Large green chilies
- 4 tablespoons Ghee (clarified butter) (Or as needed for frying.)
- 2 cups Water (Estimated for boiling the liver.)
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Instructions
- 1Clean the liver thoroughly. Place it in a pot with water and half of the salt (approx. 1 teaspoon). Boil until the liver is cooked through and firm. Drain the water and cut the liver into equal-sized bite-sized pieces.
- 2Wash the coriander leaves and green chilies, dry them thoroughly, and chop them finely. Peel the ginger and garlic and crush them into a fine paste.
- 3In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped coriander, chilies, ginger-garlic paste, turmeric, black pepper, and the remaining salt. Add the boiled liver pieces and mix thoroughly to coat every piece well. Cover and let it marinate for one hour.
- 4Heat the ghee in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the marinated liver pieces and fry until they are golden brown and slightly crisp on the outside. Serve hot.
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