Chicken Liver Crostini with a Twist
Appetizing Chicken Liver Crostini Recipe
Craving something extra special for your hors d'oeuvre platter? Look no further than this Chicken Liver Crostini recipe infused with the sweetness of Vin Santo, an Italian dessert wine! Here's how to make it:
What you'll need:
- Fresh chicken livers
- Vin Santo or dry sherry
- Anchovy fillets (optional)
- Onion, garlic, capers, and sage
- Sweet baguette
Find fresh chicken livers from a trusted source and get your hands on Vin Santo in your local liquor store for an authentic Italian flavor. This recipe is perfect for any gathering and can be found in our Christmas Day Feast, Italian Style menu.
- Servings: 6 to 8 as appetizers
- Difficulty: Easy peasy
- Time: 25 minutes, with 25 minutes cooking time
Recipe
- Make a paste of finely chopped anchovies on a cutting board, and set it aside for later.
- Melt butter over medium heat in a frying pan. Add the anchovy paste, onion, salt, and pepper, sautéing until onion is softened but not browned (about 5 minutes).
- Increase the heat to medium-high, and add the chicken livers, stirring occasionally until livers are browned all over (about 3-4 minutes).
- Pour in Vin Santo or sherry, cooking until most of the liquid has evaporated (around 2 minutes). Add chicken broth, capers, and finely chopped sage, simmering until almost all of the liquid has evaporated and the livers are cooked through (around 3-5 minutes).
- Remove from heat, transfer livers to a cutting board, and reserve the onion mixture in the pan. Chop the livers, return to the pan, and stir in white wine vinegar. Serve on toasted baguette slices.
Pro tips:
- For extra flavor, feel free to add a few drops of lemon juice to the mix.
- Dive into the authentic Tuscan experience by using high-quality Vin Santo.
- Make it a memorable gathering by serving the crostini as part of an aperitivo with other small taste treats.
Enjoy an Italian-inspired twist on classic chopped liver with this Vin Santo-infused Chicken Liver Crostini!
- This unique Chicken Liver Crostini recipe can be found in our "Christmas Day Feast, Italian Style" menu, offering a delightful addition to your hors d'oeuvre platter.
- For those seeking a broader culinary collection, it's classified as an uncategorized recipe in our repertoire.
- When serving this recipe at your gathering, credit Line: "Chicken Liver Crostini with a Twist" is recommended to acknowledge the source of this culinary masterpiece.
- To elevate the dish's popularity among nutrition-conscious guests, consider offering a version without anchovy fillets, making it a more versatile recipe for diverse tastes and preferences.
