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Liver And Lemon Sauce For Poultry

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Liver And Lemon Sauce For Poultry

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Recipe Score · Tried & True
⏱ Time
1 minute to simmer

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The liver of a fowl, one lemon, salt to taste, 1/2 pint of melted butter. No. 376.

👨‍🍳 Method

Wash the liver, and let it boil for a few minutes; peel the lemon very thin, remove the white part and pips, and cut it into very small dice; mince the liver and a small quantity of the lemon rind very fine; add these ingredients to 1/2 pint of smoothly-made melted butter; season with a little salt, put in the cut lemon, heat it gradually, but do not allow it to boil, lest the butter should oil.

📜 From Mrs Beeton's Book of Household Management (1861). Public domain.

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Viktor — Technique Nerd
★★★★★ 2026-05-08
A lesson in doing more with less

I tried my hand at Mrs. Beeton's Liver and Lemon Sauce for Poultry this week, eager to explore a vintage recipe with a modern twist. The process of finely mincing the boiled liver and lemon zest was a delightful exercise in patience, and I found the technique of gently heating the butter to incorporate the flavors to be surprisingly effective. The lemon zest was the star of the show — finely diced and added at the end, it provided a bright, fresh contrast to the rich, savory liver. I had expected the liver to be overpowering, but the lemon's acidity balanced it beautifully. This sauce would be a hit with anyone looking to elevate their weeknight chicken dinner. The technique of not letting the butter boil ensures a smooth, velvety sauce that's perfect for drizzling over roasted poultry. I served it with a simple roast chicken, and the combination was divine. The next time you're craving something a little more adventurous than your usual gravy, give this a try. Just be prepared to spend a few minutes on the finer details — your taste buds will thank you.

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