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In today’s video, we’re making one of the most comforting, flavorful, and protein-packed non-veg dishes loved in every South Indian home — Mutton Liver Curry. This recipe is all about soft, juicy liver pieces cooked in a delicious Andhra-style masala base, bursting with aroma and rich traditional flavors.

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Mutton liver curry is one of the most comforting, flavorful, and nutrient-rich dishes in South Indian households. The soft, juicy liver pieces coated with spicy Andhra-style masala create a beautiful balance of texture and aroma. Whether you pair it with hot steamed rice, crunchy onion slices, and tangy tomato chaaru—or serve it with soft rotis—this curry brings that nostalgic, homely warmth to your plate.

The secret behind a perfect liver curry lies in the cooking technique: cook it quickly, avoid overcooking, and use fresh spices that enhance flavor without overpowering the delicate texture of the liver. This recipe covers everything—ingredients, preparation, expert hacks, and tips to make your liver curry exceptionally soft, moist, and flavorful.

Video Recipe Of Mutton Liver Recipe

Ingredients

For The Curry:

• Mutton Liver - 250g
• Oil - 3 Tbsps.
• Mustard Oil - 2 Tbsps.
• Bay leaves - 2
• Onions - 1
• Bajji Chillies - 1
• Green Chillies - 2
• Curry Leaves
• Mint Leaves
• Turmeric Powder - 1/2 Tsp.
• Red Chilli Powder - 1 Tbsp.
• Tomatoes - 3
• Salt - As Required
• Water - 1 Cup
• Coriander Leaves
• Daniya Powder
• Ginger Garlic Paste - 1/2 Tbsp.

For Masala:

• Wet Coconut - 1/4th Cup
• Cloves - 5
• Cardamom - 2
• Shahijeera - 1 Tsp.
• Cinnamon - 1 Inch
• Japatri - Small Piece

Preparation

Step 1: Clean the liver properly

• Wash the mutton liver gently. Remove any veins and membrane if present.
• Do not soak for long- it hardens the liver.

Step 2: Prepare the masala

• In a pan, add oil and roast the wet coconut till it changes colour.
• When it becomes cool, add to the blender along with cloves, cardamom, cinnamon, shahijeera, and japatri.
• Blend all the ingredients into a smooth powder.

Step 3: Cooking The Liver

• Heat oil in a pan.
• Add washed mutton liver and saute for 2 minutes on high flame.
• Then reduce flame and cook for more 5 to 8 minutes or till it changes colour on medium flame.

Step 4: Cooking the base

• Then add bay leaves along with onions and salt.
• Sauté until the onions turn light golden.
• Then add curry leaves and mint leaves and saute for more 1 minute.
• Then add ginger garlic paste along with turmeric powder and cook until the raw smell disappears.

Step 5: Adding tomatoes

• Then add tomatoes along with red chilli powder and cook till the tomatoes become soft and mushy.

Step 6: Adding Masala

• Now add blended masala

Step 7: Adding water

• If you want gravy style, add 2 cups of water and cook for a few minutes. 
• For dry roast, simply saute until masala coats the liver.
• For medium style, add 1 cup of water and cook for few minutes.

Step 8: Finish

• Add daniya powder and adjust salt.
• Finally, add coriander leaves, mix, and switch off the flame.
• Rest the curry for 5 minutes before serving.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve hot with
• Steamed Rice 
• Tangy Tomato Chaaru
• Crunchy Onion Slices
• Lemon Wedge
• Chapati / Roti / Jowar Roti

This combo is pure comfort food for any non-veg lovers!

Health Benefits

Health Benefits Of Mutton Liver

Mutton liver is one of the most nutrient-dense foods available.

1. High in Iron: Excellent for improving hemoglobin levels.

2. Rich in Vitamin A: Improves vision and boosts immune health.

3. Packed with Protein: Helps with muscle repair and energy.

4. Packed With B Vitamins: Supports brain health, metabolism, and energy production.

5. Natural Source of Minerals: Rich in zinc, selenium, and folate.

Expert Hacks For Soft & Juicy Mutton Liver

Liver turns rubbery if cooked for more than 12-15 minutes, so, DON't overcook

Add SALT after the liver begins to cook, adding it too early dries the liver so SALT AT THE RIGHT TIME

High flame for the first 2 minutes locks juices - QUICK SAUTE AT FIRST

Resting for 5 minutes keeps the liver tender - AFTER REST AFTER COOKING

Acid during cooking can make it tough - ADD LEMON JUICE ONLY AFTER COOKING

Do not reduce oil too much, liver absorbs flavor through fat - A LITTLE OIL HELPS

Older liver develops a strong smell - FRESH LIVER = BEST TASTE

This Andhra-style mutton liver curry is flavorful, soft, simple to make, and packed with nutrients. Follow the cooking hacks carefully, and you will always get perfectly juicy liver that melts in your mouth.