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Afritadang Atay ng Baboy (Pork Liver Afritada)

Pork liver afritada is a simple pork liver dish which is very similar to chicken or pork afritada.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Pork Recipe
Cuisine: Filipino
Servings: 4 to 6 servings
Calories: 134kcal
Author: Manny

Ingredients

  • 1/2 kilo pork liver cut into bite size pieces
  • 3 pc medium size potatoes peeled and quartered
  • 2 pcs medium size carrots peeled and cut into wedges
  • 1/2 cup green peas or chickpeas
  • 1 pc red bell pepper sliced into strips
  • 3 cloves garlic crushed
  • 1 pc large onion sliced
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 to 2 Tbsp. patis fish sauce
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 1 tsp. cornstarch dissolved in 1 Tbsp. water
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

How to cook Afritadang Atay ng Baboy:

  • Heat oil in a pan and saute onion and garlic until onions are soft. Next, add the pork liver and saute for a minute.
  • Then add the patis and stir cook until the patis has slightly evaporated then add the carrots, potatoes, tomato sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes while stirring once in a while.
  • Then add the green peas or chick peas, bell peppers, water, salt and pepper. Simmer for another 3 minutes or until cooked.
  • Last but not the least, add the cornstarch slurry (dissolved cornstarch in water) and simmer for about a minute or more until the sauce is thickened. Serve hot.

Notes

Cooking Tips of Afritadang Atay ng Baboy:

Selecting Fresh Pork Liver

When purchasing pork liver for afritada, choose liver that is firm and has a deep red color. Avoid liver with any greenish or brown spots, as this may indicate spoilage. Additionally, opt for liver that has a slight sheen, indicating freshness.

Preparing the Liver

Before cooking, it's essential to clean the pork liver thoroughly. Rinse the liver under cold water and remove any visible veins or connective tissue. For added flavor, marinate the liver in vinegar for about 30 minutes before cooking to reduce any strong odors.

Cooking the Liver Just Right

To achieve the perfect texture, cook the liver just until it is no longer pink on the inside. Overcooking can result in tough and rubbery liver. Remember, liver continues to cook slightly after removing it from the heat, so a slightly pink center is okay as long as it reaches a safe internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).