Ox Liver in Tomato Gravy

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A flavorful dish of ox liver seasoned with spices and cooked in a rich tomato gravy.

Ox Liver in Tomato Gravy recipe
Prep Time
15min
Cook Time
25min
Total Time
40min

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = one portion)

For the Ox Liver

  • Ox liver
    Ox liver
  • paprika
    paprika
    1tsp
  • garlic powder
    garlic powder
    1tsp
  • onion powder
    onion powder
    1tsp
  • Mother-in-law spice
    Mother-in-law spice
    1tsp
  • Salt & pepper
    Salt & pepper
  • Oil
    Oil

For the Tomato Gravy

  • tomatoes, diced or grated
    tomatoes, diced or grated
    3
  • cube beef stock
    cube beef stock
    1
  • onion, chopped
    onion, chopped
    1/2
  • green pepper, chopped
    green pepper, chopped
    1/2
  • crushed garlic
    crushed garlic
    1tsp
  • sugar
    sugar
    1tsp
  • BBQ sauce
    BBQ sauce

How to make Ox Liver in Tomato Gravy

Cooking the Ox Liver

  1. Step 1

    Season the ox liver with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, Mother-in-law spice, salt, and pepper.

  2. Step 2

    Heat oil in a pan over medium heat, add the liver, and fry. Do not overcook the liver.

  3. Step 3

    Once cooked, remove the liver from the pan and set aside.

Preparing the Tomato Gravy

  1. Step 1

    In the same pan used to fry the liver, add onion and green pepper. Fry until soft.

  2. Step 2

    Add tomatoes and beef stock. Cook until the tomatoes are soft and the stock has dissolved.

  3. Step 3

    Add crushed garlic, sugar, and BBQ sauce. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Return the liver to the pan. If the gravy is too thick, add a bit of water and let everything simmer for 2 more minutes.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

6.9kcal (0.34%)

Protein

0.2g (0.34%)

Carbs

1.6g (0.57%)

Sugars

1.1g (2.1%)

Healthy Fat

0.0g

Unhealthy Fat

0.0g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

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Tips & Tricks

  1. Do not overcook the liver to keep it tender .

  2. Adjust the thickness of the gravy by adding water as needed.

FAQS

  1. Can I use chicken liver instead of ox liver?

    Yes, chicken liver can be used as a substitute, but the cooking time may vary.

  2. What is Mother-in-law spice?

    Mother-in-law spice is a blend of spices commonly used in African cooking. You can substitute with a similar spice blend if unavailable.

  3. Can I make this dish spicier?

    Yes, you can add chili powder or fresh chilies to increase the spice level.

  4. Is this dish gluten-free?

    Ensure the beef stock and BBQ sauce are gluten-free to make this dish gluten-free.

  5. Can I prepare the gravy in advance?

    Yes, you can prepare the gravy in advance and reheat it before adding the liver.

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