Recipe: Mock Chopped “Liver” (Lentils) 🍲
Description: This delightful recipe, passed down from generation to generation, is a cherished family favorite. It’s not only a nutritious spread but also a flavorful treat that kids adore. Perfectly paired with crusty bread, this mock chopped “liver” made from lentils is a wholesome addition to any meal. The cook time includes chilling, so plan accordingly for a delectable outcome.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 hours (including chill time)
- Total Time: 9 hours and 10 minutes
- Yield: 3 cups
- Category: Spreads
- Keywords: Lentil, Beans, Weeknight, Small Appliance
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 422.2
- Fat Content: 23.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 531.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 36.2g
- Fiber Content: 17.1g
- Sugar Content: 3.3g
- Protein Content: 19.5g
Ingredients:
- 1 cup dried lentils
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 1 cup walnuts
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 cup baby leaf lettuce
- Vegetable oil, for sautéing
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Bring chicken broth and lentils to a boil in a large pan. |
| 2 | Cover and reduce heat to simmer. Stir occasionally for 30 minutes or until lentils are tender. |
| 3 | Drain lentils if necessary. |
| 4 | In a separate skillet, sauté chopped onions in hot vegetable oil over medium heat for about 5 minutes or until tender. |
| 5 | Process 1/3 of the cooked lentils, 1/3 of the sautéed onions, and 1/3 of the walnuts in a food processor in three batches until smooth. |
| 6 | Stir the mixture with salt and pepper to taste. |
| 7 | Line a 3-cup mold with plastic wrap. |
| 8 | Transfer the lentil mixture into the mold, pressing down gently to pack it in. |
| 9 | Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours, or overnight, until firm. |
| 10 | Unmold the lentil “liver” onto a bed of baby leaf lettuce. |
| 11 | Garnish with chopped green onions. |
| 12 | Serve chilled mock chopped “liver” on crackers or alongside celery sticks for a delightful appetizer or snack. |
Note: This mock chopped “liver” can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Enjoy the rich flavors and wholesome goodness of this family-favorite recipe!
