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Very rich in protein, iron, and vitamin B12
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Fried liver with mushrooms (180 g) has 308 calories. That works out to 171 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.6 g of carbs, 39.8 g of protein, 13.1 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 122.4 µg of B12 covers 5100% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
308
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
7.6g
· 3% DV
Protein
39.8g
· 80% DV
Fat
13.1g
· 17% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 10% · Protein 52% · Fat 38%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 308 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.1 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 3.69 g | 18% |
| Trans fat | 0.09 g | |
| Sodium | 148 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.6 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 39.8 g | 80% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 308 kcal |
| 1 ounce (thin) | 28.4 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 137 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 171 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 205 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 160 g | 274 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 200 g | 342 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 428 kcal |
Calculated from 171 calories per 100 g.
To make fried liver with mushrooms, brown the mushrooms first and set them aside, then quickly fry thinly sliced liver in a hot pan. Stir the mushrooms back in at the end. Cooking the liver for too long makes it tough.
Lamb or calf liver both work well in fried liver with mushrooms. Lamb liver has a more pronounced flavor, while calf liver is milder; ask for thin slices so the liver cooks quickly without overcooking before the mushrooms are added.
Soaking liver in milk is optional, not essential. It can soften the flavor, but pat the pieces dry before frying so they brown instead of steaming. A brief soak is enough; prolonged soaking is not needed for this dish.
Cook the mushrooms separately until their released liquid has evaporated, then set them aside while you fry the liver. Adding wet mushrooms at the start can steam the liver rather than brown it and leave the finished dish watery.
The liver should be cooked through, with no raw-looking center. Cut a thicker piece to check rather than leaving all the pieces in the pan for longer; overcooking quickly makes liver dry and chewy. Follow food-safety guidance for the type of liver you use.
Black pepper, paprika, thyme, and sautéed onion pair well with fried liver and mushrooms. Add fresh parsley at the end for brightness. Keep the seasoning simple so it complements the liver rather than masking its distinctive flavor.
Fried liver with mushrooms goes well with crusty bread, mashed potatoes, rice, or a crisp green salad. A sharp, lemony salad or pickled vegetables help balance the richness of the liver and sautéed mushrooms.
You can freeze fried liver with mushrooms, but the liver may become drier and the mushrooms softer after thawing. Cool the dish promptly, store it in a sealed freezer-safe container, and thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating.
Yes. Reheat fried liver with mushrooms gently in a covered pan with a small splash of water, stopping as soon as it is hot. High heat or prolonged reheating makes the liver tough, so avoid repeatedly warming the whole batch.
Fried liver with mushrooms is generally best avoided during pregnancy because liver is very high in preformed vitamin A, which can be harmful in excess. Ask your doctor or dietitian for advice suited to your pregnancy before eating liver.
Vitamins
B12
122.4µg · 5100% DV
Biotin
172.8µg · 576% DV
Vitamin A
5076µg · 564% DV
B2
3.78mg · 291% DV
Minerals
Copper
13mg · 1444% DV
Selenium
77µg · 140% DV
Phosphorus
594mg · 85% DV
Zinc
7.56mg · 69% DV
Potassium ⭐
540mg · 16% DV
Sodium
148mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 308 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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Fried liver with mushrooms is a skillet-cooked dish of sliced liver and mushrooms; home-style versions may also include onion and seasoning. It is not tied to one fixed regional recipe. The liver has a deep, savoury flavour, while mushrooms bring a softer, earthy note; cooked well, the pieces are browned outside and tender within.
It can be served as a main with potatoes, rice or bread, alongside a crisp salad. The dish is especially rich in protein, iron and vitamin B12, with relatively few carbohydrates. For a lighter plate, use a modest amount of oil and serve it with plenty of vegetables.
Very high
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.69g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.62g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.