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İç Pilav
Medium 1 hr 28 min~330 kcal 5/10
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Liver Orzo Pilaf
This Edirne-style pilaf cooks liver with buttery orzo for a bold and filling main.
Medium⏱️ 35 min📖 1 min readServes 4~326 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
15 min prep 20 min cook
- #High Protein
- #One-Pot
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Timeline
Total 35 min- Prep15 min
- Cooking20 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 350 g Beef liver
- 1.5 cup(~300 ml) Orzo
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Butter
- 1 Onion
- 3 cup(~600 ml) Water
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Instructions
- 1
Cut the liver small and clean away its membrane and veins.
- 2
Turn the liver over high heat for 4 minutes and set aside.
4 min04:00 - 3
Toast the orzo in butter for 5 minutes, until golden.
5 min05:00 - 4
Add the onion and hot water to the pot.
- 5
Cook the pilaf over low heat for 12 minutes.
12 min12:00 - 6
Add the liver to the pilaf and let it steam for 10 minutes so the liver does not overcook.
10 min10:00
💡 Tip: Keeping the liver over high heat for a short time prevents the inside from becoming dry.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve the liver orzo pilaf on a hot plate, placing the liver pieces on top of the orzo.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Iron
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~326
kcal calories
19
g protein
28
g carbs
15
g fat
Protein 24%Carbs 35%Fat 41%
GI 15 · Low GIGL 4 · Low GL
3.2g
Sugar
3.3g
Fiber
55.2mg
Sodium
3.9g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
6/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Milk
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Liver Orzo Pilaf make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Liver Orzo Pilaf take?
Prep 15 minutes, cooking 20 minutes; 35 minutes in total.Is Liver Orzo Pilaf difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Liver Orzo Pilaf have?
Approximately 326 kcal per serving. Protein: 19g, carbs: 28g, fat: 15g.Which allergens does Liver Orzo Pilaf contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Liver Orzo Pilaf need?
This recipe needs 5 ingredients.Is Liver Orzo Pilaf filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 6/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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