CHICKEN LIVER APPETIZERS

Chicken Liver Appetizers image

Provided by Pat Duran

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 21

3 Tbsp olive oil
1 large sprig rosemary, leaves removed from stem
1 tsp chopped rosemary
3 clove garlic very thinly sliced (garlic chips)
1/2 c finely minced red onion
3 clove garlic, minced
1/2 tsp coarse kosher salt
1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper
1/2 tsp new regine spice blend **or chinese 5 spice powder
8 oz chicken livers, cut into small pieces
1/4 c madeira
1/4 c chopped parsley
12 baguette slices, toasted or party rye slices
NEW REGINE SPICE BLEND;
3 Tbsp coriander seed
2 pieces star anise
1 Tbsp fennel seed
2 tsp mustard seeds
1 tsp each or cumin seeds, ginger powder, black peppercorns, and white peppercorns
1 stick cinnamon broken in 1/2
1/2 tsp whole mace

Steps:

1. Line a plate with paper towels to drain rosemary and garlic chips and set aside. --- Heat oil in medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add rosemary leaves, sauté until crisp, about 30 seconds. Using slotted spoon, transfer sautéed rosemary to paper towels.
2. Quickly add garlic slices and cook until just golden and crisp. DO NOT over-cook or they may become bitter. Add to plate with rosemary. --- Quickly add the red onion to same skillet sauté until golden, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle in the salt,pepper and spice powder.
3. Add the minced garlic. liver and 1 teaspoon chopped rosemary( not form the sautéed). Cook until liver starts to color then turn. Continue cooking and turning until all sides are lightly browned, about 3 minutes.
4. Deglaze with Madeira, and cook until wine has evaporated, about 2 minutes. Add chopped parsley and toss. Taste and season as needed. Spoon onto toasted baguette slices and sprinkle with crispy garlic and rosemary to garnish.
5. Note: I like to add finely diced bacon in with the chicken liver and cook together until both are done.
6. New Regime Spice Blend:** Grind all in spice grinder. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place.