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Arnavut Cigeri

Crispy bite-sized fried lamb liver tossed with warm spices and served with a tangy sumac onion salad.

30 minMediumServes 4340 cal/serving

TurkishAppetizerStovetopHigh ProteinLow CarbMediterraneanNut-FreeDairy-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-Free

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Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs lamb liver, cubed
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 red onion, sliced
  • 1 tbsp ground sumac
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Toss 1 sliced red onion with 1 tbsp ground sumac and 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley in a bowl to make the salad, then set aside.

  2. 2

    Season 1.5 lbs cubed lamb liver with 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp ground cumin, and 1 tsp red pepper flakes.

  3. 3

    Dredge 1.5 lbs cubed lamb liver in 1/2 cup all-purpose flour and shake off any excess flour.

  4. 4

    Heat 1/2 cup vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

  5. 5

    Fry 1.5 lbs cubed lamb liver in batches for 2 to 3 minutes until browned and an internal temperature of 160F is reached.

  6. 6

    Transfer 1.5 lbs cubed lamb liver to a warm plate and top with the onion salad.

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Questions

What is Arnavut Cigeri?

Crispy bite-sized fried lamb liver tossed with warm spices and served with a tangy sumac onion salad. This reference files it under Turkish appetizer: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 30 minutes start to finish.

What internal temperature should Arnavut Cigeri reach?

For Arnavut Cigeri, the target internal temperature is 160 F (about 70 C), given in step 5. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

What can I use instead of sumac in Arnavut Cigeri?

The entry for Arnavut Cigeri calls for 1 tbsp ground sumac. In its place: Lemon zest with a pinch of salt gives the same bright sourness. Add it at the end, as you would the sumac.

Can I make Arnavut Cigeri less spicy?

Yes. The heat in Arnavut Cigeri comes from 1 tsp red pepper flakes. For a milder plate, halve the red pepper; nothing else in the method changes.

Is Arnavut Cigeri low-carb?

A serving of Arnavut Cigeri carries 16 g of carbohydrate, 2 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 80 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 16 percent.

How much protein is in Arnavut Cigeri?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 32 g of protein in about 340 calories, alongside 16 g carbohydrate and 16 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 620 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein appetizer collection.

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