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Peppered Gizzard

Tender simmered chicken gizzards tossed in a fiery, aromatic pepper sauce with sauteed onions.

60 minMediumServes 4260 cal/serving

West AfricanAppetizerStovetopHigh ProteinLow CarbKetoGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreeAlcohol-Free

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken gizzards, trimmed
  • 1 head yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 red bell pepper, blended
  • 2 habanero peppers, blended
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 bouillon cube, crushed
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Place 1 lb trimmed chicken gizzards, half of the 1 head chopped yellow onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 crushed bouillon cube, and 1/2 tsp salt into a pot with water to cover.

  2. 2

    Boil gizzards over medium-high heat for 30 minutes until tender and internal temperature reaches 165°F, then drain.

  3. 3

    Heat 1/4 cup vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat and stir-fry remaining onion for 3 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add 2 blended red bell pepper and 2 blended habanero peppers, cook 10 minutes until thick, then toss in gizzards.

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Questions

What is Peppered Gizzard?

Tender simmered chicken gizzards tossed in a fiery, aromatic pepper sauce with sauteed onions. This reference files it under West African appetizer: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 60 minutes start to finish.

What internal temperature should Peppered Gizzard reach?

For Peppered Gizzard, the target internal temperature is 165 F (about 75 C), given in step 2. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

How hot is Peppered Gizzard?

Yes, it is properly hot. The heat in Peppered Gizzard comes from 2 habanero peppers, blended. For a milder plate, remove the seeds and ribs from the habaneros, or use half; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Is Peppered Gizzard keto-friendly?

A serving of Peppered Gizzard carries 5 g of carbohydrate, 1 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 25 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 5 percent.

How do I store and reheat Peppered Gizzard?

Refrigerate what is left of Peppered Gizzard within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

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