Liver and Onions with Bacon
Liver and Onions with Bacon is a hearty, savory dish featuring pan-fried liver (typically beef or calf) caramelized onions, and crispy bacon, often served with mashed potatoes or bread. It's a classic comfort food with roots in European and American home cooking, particularly popular in the UK, Germany, and the American Midwest.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat, with minimal carbohydrates, and provides key nutrients like iron, vitamin B12, and vitamin A from the liver. A typical serving can range from 400 to 600 calories, depending on portion sizes and cooking methods.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 25 g |
| Carbs | 6 g |
| Fat | 25 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin A | 5000 IU |
| Vitamin B12 | 15 mcg |
| Iron | 6 mg |
| Zinc | 5 mg |
| Selenium | 40 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 350 mg |
| Copper | 0.5 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
Per 1 cup (225 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a nostalgic 'peasant food' turned comfort classic, prized for its affordability and nutrient density. Nutritionally, liver is one of nature's most concentrated sources of essential vitamins, making it a traditional remedy for iron deficiency.
