That sounds like a great meal! Air frying is a fantastic, simple way to cook beef liver and onions.1 The key is to not overcook the liver so it stays tender.2
Here is a straightforward, beginner-friendly step-by-step recipe:
Air Fryer Beef Liver and Onions (Beginner-Friendly)
This recipe focuses on minimal ingredients and quick prep.3
Ingredients
1 pound Beef Liver (sliced into 4$\approx$ 1-inch pieces)5
1 medium Onion (sliced or thinly sliced into rings)
1 teaspoon Salt (or to taste)6
$1/2$ teaspoon Black Pepper (or to taste)
$1/2$ teaspoon Garlic Powder (optional, for extra flavor)7
Olive Oil Spray or a drizzle of oil8
Optional Prep Tip (To Reduce Strong Flavor)
Beef liver can have a strong, metallic flavor.9 To minimize this, you can pre-soak it.
Place the sliced liver in a bowl.
Cover the liver with milk (regular or buttermilk) or a mixture of water and lemon juice.10
Let it soak for 20-30 minutes.11
Rinse the liver well under cold water and pat it completely dry with paper towels before starting the recipe.12
Note: This step is optional, but recommended for beginners.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions