Pan-seared moose liver with onions
Pan-seared moose liver with onions is a hearty, rustic dish featuring tender slices of moose liver quickly cooked in a hot skillet with caramelized onions. It is a traditional preparation in Northern and wilderness regions of North America, particularly in Canada and Alaska, where moose is a common game animal.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is extremely high in protein and provides a significant amount of fat, with virtually no carbohydrates. It is a powerhouse of essential nutrients, especially iron, vitamin B12, and vitamin A, with a typical serving containing approximately 350-450 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 400 kcal |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbs | 5 g |
| Fat | 30 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 120 mg |
| Vitamin A | 15000 IU (300% DV) |
| Vitamin B12 | 60 mcg (2500% DV) |
| Iron | 12 mg (67% DV) |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 3.5 mg (269% DV) |
| Copper | 4.5 mg (500% DV) |
| Selenium | 45 mcg (82% DV) |
| Phosphorus | 520 mg (42% DV) |
| Zinc | 5.5 mg (50% DV) |
Per 1 serving (170 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Moose liver is a nutrient-dense organ meat that was a vital food source for Indigenous peoples and early settlers in northern climates. Its preparation is often simple to highlight the rich, mineral flavor, which is milder than beef liver.
