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Chicken Liver with Onion and Pepper

Delicious Chicken Liver with Onion and Pepper Stir-Fry Recipe

A savory Chicken Liver with Onion and Pepper stir-fry that’s quick, budget-friendly, and packed with protein.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marination Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Stir-Fry
  • 1 pound Chicken Liver Cut into 1/4" (1/2 cm) pieces
  • 3 tablespoons Shaoxing Wine Dry sherry is a good substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch For coating liver
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Low-sodium recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Light Soy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dark Soy Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar To balance flavors
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Sichuan Peppercorns Can substitute black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Peanut Oil For frying
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 inch Ginger Minced
  • 1 medium Onion Sliced
  • 2 medium Bell Pepper Sliced, colorful varieties recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil For drizzling

Equipment

  • Nonstick skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a bowl, combine sliced chicken liver with Shaoxing wine and salt. Sprinkle in the cornstarch, gently mixing to ensure all pieces are coated. Allow the liver to marinate for 15–20 minutes at room temperature.
  2. While the liver marinates, whisk together chicken broth, Shaoxing wine, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, and ground Sichuan peppercorns in a small bowl. Set this savory sauce aside.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of peanut oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken liver in a single layer, cooking without stirring for about 1 minute. Turn and cook until golden brown, about another minute, then transfer to a plate.
  4. In the same skillet, add more oil if needed, then toss in minced garlic and ginger. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Next, add the sliced onion to the skillet, cooking for about 1 minute until it starts to soften. Add the bell peppers, stir-frying for another 2–3 minutes.
  6. Return the cooked chicken liver to the pan, pour in your prepared sauce, and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  7. Drizzle a touch of sesame oil over the stir-fry and serve hot over steamed rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 300mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 7mg

Notes

Serve immediately for the best texture. Adjust the seasoning to taste as needed.

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