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Very rich in protein, vitamin B12, and vitamin A
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Sautéed liver with mushrooms (180 g) has 315 calories. That works out to 175 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.1 g of carbs, 39.2 g of protein, 14.8 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 81 µg of B12 covers 3375% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
315
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
6.1g
· 2% DV
Protein
39.2g
· 78% DV
Fat
14.8g
· 19% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 8% · Protein 50% · Fat 42%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 315 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.8 g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 3.24 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0.09 g | |
| Sodium | 130 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.1 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Protein | 39.2 g | 78% |
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 | 315 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 20 g | 35 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 175 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 263 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 438 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 320 g | 560 kcal |
| 1 pack (double) | 400 g | 700 kcal |
Calculated from 175 calories per 100 g.
To make sautéed liver with mushrooms, brown the sliced liver briefly in a hot pan, then cook the mushrooms separately until their moisture evaporates. Combine them near the end with seasonings; this helps keep the liver tender instead of overcooking it.
Sautéed liver with mushrooms can be made with calf, beef, lamb, or chicken liver. Calf and lamb liver have a milder flavor, while beef liver is stronger; chicken liver is softer and cooks quickly, so adjust the cooking accordingly.
Keep sautéed liver with mushrooms tender by slicing the liver evenly, heating the pan before adding it, and avoiding a long cooking time. Cook in batches if needed, since overcrowding the pan traps moisture and makes the liver steam.
Cook the mushrooms first for sautéed liver with mushrooms, because they release water and need time to brown. Set them aside, cook the liver briefly in the hot pan, then combine everything so the liver does not become tough.
No, soaking liver in milk is not necessary for sautéed liver with mushrooms. Some cooks use it to mellow the flavor, but it is optional; if you do, keep the liver refrigerated while it soaks and drain it before cooking.
Yes, sautéed liver with mushrooms should be cooked through rather than served rare. Liver can contain harmful bacteria within the tissue, so searing only the outside is not a reliable safety measure, especially when using chicken liver.
Sautéed liver with mushrooms pairs well with mashed or roasted potatoes, rice, crusty bread, or a crisp salad. A sharp dressing or a squeeze of lemon also balances the rich flavor of the liver and earthy mushrooms.
Yes, you can freeze sautéed liver with mushrooms in an airtight, freezer-safe container. The texture of the liver and mushrooms may become softer after thawing, so cool the dish promptly, freeze it in portions, and reheat it thoroughly.
Sautéed liver with mushrooms keeps for up to three days in the refrigerator when stored promptly in a covered container. Refrigerate leftovers within two hours of cooking and reheat only the portion you plan to eat until steaming hot.
It is best to avoid sautéed liver with mushrooms during pregnancy because liver is very high in preformed vitamin A, which can harm a developing baby in excess. Ask your healthcare professional for advice about liver and other organ meats.
Vitamins
B12
81µg · 3375% DV
Vitamin A
10980µg · 1220% DV
B2
3.87mg · 298% DV
Biotin
66.6µg · 222% DV
Minerals
Copper
12mg · 1333% DV
Selenium
63µg · 115% DV
Phosphorus
603mg · 86% DV
Zinc
7.02mg · 64% DV
Potassium ⭐
513mg · 15% DV
Sodium
130mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Sautéed liver with mushrooms is a Turkish-style pan-cooked dish, usually made by quickly frying pieces of liver with mushrooms and often onion or peppers. The liver is best taken off the heat while still tender, since longer cooking can make it firm.
Serve it hot as a main with rice, bread and a fresh salad, or offer a smaller portion as part of a shared spread. Its savoury, robust flavour pairs well with the mellow mushrooms. It is especially rich in protein, vitamin B12 and vitamin A, with 21.8 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter plate, use a modest amount of oil and add plenty of salad.
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
3.24g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.57g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.16g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.