Beer iyo Basal La Gaduudiyay (Braised Goat Liver with Onions)
A flavorful and tender dish of goat liver slow-cooked with sweet caramelized onions, garlic, and aromatic spices. This dish is often enjoyed for breakfast or as a savory main course.
🧂 Ingredients
- 500 g Goat Liver(cleaned and cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 3 large Onions(thinly sliced)
- 4 Garlic cloves(minced)
- 2 medium Tomatoes(chopped)
- 1 Green bell pepper(chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt(or to taste)
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper(freshly ground)
- 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 0.25 cup Fresh Cilantro(chopped, for garnish)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Rinse the goat liver under cold water and pat it dry. Cut into 1-inch pieces.
- 2
Heat vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or pot over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until deeply caramelized and sweet, about 20-25 minutes. Be careful not to burn them.
- 3
Add the minced garlic and chopped green bell pepper to the caramelized onions. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- 4
Stir in the chopped tomatoes, coriander powder, cumin powder, turmeric powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- 5
Add the goat liver pieces to the skillet. Stir to coat the liver with the onion and spice mixture. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring gently, until the liver is no longer pink on the outside.
- 6
Pour in the lemon juice and about 1/4 cup of water or broth. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and braise for 30-40 minutes, or until the liver is very tender. Stir occasionally and add a splash more water if it becomes too dry.
- 7
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro before serving.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Do not overcook the liver, as it can become tough and dry.
- ✓Caramelizing the onions slowly is key to the dish's sweetness.
- ✓Serve hot with canjeero, rice, or flatbread.
🔄 Variations
- Some variations include adding a pinch of cardamom or a small amount of tomato paste.
- For a spicier kick, add a chopped green chili pepper along with the bell pepper.