How to Select and Purchase High Quality Pig Liver

Learn how to choose high-quality, nutritious pig liver and how to eliminate its characteristic smell during the cooking process. We will provide you with all the necessary information!

1What is pig liver?

Pig liver, also known as pig kidney, is one of the internal organs. In traditional medicine, pig liver has a neutral, salty taste and is known for its ability to nourish the kidneys, strengthen yang energy, promote diuresis, and alleviate back pain. With its tough and crispy texture, pig liver can be used to create delicious dishes for family meals, offering a range of nutritional benefits.

Pig liver or pig kidney is one of the internal organs

2Nutritional value of pig liver

Every 100g of pig liver contains approximately 100 calories and a variety of beneficial nutrients, including:

• Vitamin A: 319mg
• Protein: 16.5g
• Vitamin B12: 41% DV
• Vitamin B6: 22% DV
• Folate: 142% DV
• Vitamin C: 4% DV (Daily nutritional value)
• Iron: 22% DV
• Zinc: 23% DV
• Selenium: 100% DV

Nutritional value of pig liver

3How to choose pig liver

How to choose pig liver

When selecting pig liver, it’s important to consider the following factors to ensure freshness and nutritional quality:

Appearance: The liver should have a consistent dark red color without any pale spots, white spots, blood clots, or strange smells.

Texture: The liver should be firm but not too soft or mushy. It should have a good amount of elasticity and an intact casing.

We offer fresh pig liver of guaranteed quality at a competitive price of approximately 58,000 VND.

Note: To ensure sanitary and high-quality liver, it is advisable to purchase from reputable sources and stores with quality inspection stamps from competent authorities. Avoid buying pig liver from spontaneous stalls or street vendors.

4How to eliminate the smell of pig liver during cooking

Due to its role in filtering blood and waste substances, pig liver can have a distinctive and sometimes unpleasant smell. To eliminate this odor, we recommend the following three methods:

Use vinegar

Use vinegar to eliminate the smell of pig liver

Step 1: Use a knife to remove the thin membrane covering the outside of the liver.

Step 2: Cut the liver in half and remove the white membrane inside, which is responsible for the odor.

Step 3: Squeeze the liver with a small amount of vinegar to neutralize the smell.

Step 4: Rinse the liver with cold water.

Use salt

Use salt to eliminate the smell of pig liver

Step 1: Use a knife to remove the thin membrane covering the outside of the liver.

Step 2: Cut the liver in half and remove the white membrane inside, which is responsible for the odor.

Step 3: Use a fork to cross-hatch the surface of each side of the liver, creating a criss-cross pattern.

Step 4: Spread salt all over the liver and let it sit for 2-3 minutes before rinsing with clean water. Repeat this process 3-4 times to eliminate the odor.

Use white wine

Use white wine to eliminate the smell of pig liver

Step 1: Use a knife to remove the thin membrane covering the outside of the liver.

Step 2: Cut the liver in half and remove the white membrane inside, which is responsible for the odor.

Step 3: Wash the liver with water mixed with a small amount of white wine, focusing on the areas where the white membrane was removed. Avoid squeezing too hard.

Step 4: Boil the liver in water with a little salt if you prefer a crispier texture. Once the liver turns slightly pink, remove it from the water and soak it in cold water.

We hope these methods have been helpful. Wishing you success in your cooking endeavors!