Best Quick Meatloaf Recipe with Beef Liver

A delicious and easy to prepare meatloaf recipe with beef liver! If you’ve been wanting to incorporate this amazing superfood into your diet, but don’t really know where to start or how to add it in…this recipe is for you!

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Even my kids love it, although I do have to say, they actually really love eating liver. We started them all on it as babies, and now my 8 year old searches the chicken roast pot for the chunks of liver and I just feel so proud.

I always say, start how you’d like to continue. This goes for sooo many things, but especially for healthy choices in your home. If your kids grow up with it regularly, you won’t have to try to “sneak” it in there later. And if you weren’t feeding them beef liver as babies, no worries, just start now. This is the perfect beef liver recipe that anyone can enjoy!

The Ultimate Beef Liver Meatloaf Recipe: A Delicious and Nutritious Superfood Dish

Beef liver is one of the most nutrient-dense foods on the planet, yet many people shy away from it due to its strong taste and bad rap. Quality is of utmost importance here since the liver is the filter of toxins. Don’t go eat a factory farmed cows beef liver who’s been fed a bunch of gmo corn and soy. Make sure you source your liver from pasture raised, grass fed (and finished if possible) healthy cows.

If you’re looking for a great way to incorporate the health benefits of organ meats into your diet without the overpowering taste of liver, this liver meatloaf recipe is the answer! Packed with quality protein, healthy fats, and essential nutrients, this dish makes short work of a batch of this meatloaf while providing bonus nutrition for you and your family.

Why Eat More Beef Liver?

Beef liver is often referred to as the most nutrient-dense food available. It is loaded with vitamins A, B12, iron, copper, zinc, and folate, all of which contribute to energy production, immune function, and overall well-being. Organ meats like beef and chicken liver offer a lower-cost alternative to muscle meats while providing superior nutritional value. Even if you’re not the biggest fan of pate, mousse or raw liver, this meatloaf recipe makes it easy to reap the benefits without the strong liver flavor.

What you might need for this recipe:

The Easiest Preparation for Liver Meatloaf

For the best texture and flavor, we use a food processor or a meat grinder to create a smooth liver mixture. This helps blend the liver seamlessly into the ground meat, making the taste of liver nearly undetectable. If you don’t have one, just cut it into as little chunks as possible with your kitchen knife.

Ingredients:

For the Meatloaf Mixture:

1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground beef liver (minced, or blended)
1 bunch of green onions, finely chopped
2 large eggs, room temp
3-5 cloves garlic, minced
3 tbsp ketchup or tomato paste
3/4 cup quinoa, cooked rice, or bread crumbs
1/3 cup of milk
1 1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper

For the Sauce:

1 cup ketchup
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

1. Prep the Liver

If using raw liver, cut it into chunks and pulse it in a food processor until smooth. Alternatively, run it through a meat grinder to create a fine texture. This ensures the liver blends well into the meat mixture without any noticeable chunks. But hey, we’ve definitely skipped this step in the past, and the chunks are not at all bad in my opinion.

2. Combine the Meatloaf Mixture

In a large bowl, mix the ground beef, ground liver, green onions, eggs, cooked rice or quinoa or breadcrumbs, garlic, milk, ketchup, salt, & black pepper. Stir until well combined using a large sturdy spoon.

Let this sit for a few hours in the fridge if you have the time for the flavors to really infuse, if not no worries, it will still turn out delicious.

3. Mix the Sauce

In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, coconut sugar. garlic powder, onion powder, and salt and pepper. Mix it well and set aside.

4. Transfer to a Loaf Pan

Grease a glass pan or 9 by 5 loaf pan with coconut oil or olive oil, then transfer the meatloaf mixture into the pan. Smooth the top and brush with 1/3 of the prepared sauce.

5. Bake to Perfection

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Bake for about 40-50 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F. A meat thermometer is the best way to ensure it’s fully cooked.

6. Add the Rest of the Sauce

Remove the liver loaf from the oven and add the rest of the sauce to the top. Bake for about 8-10 more minutes.

6. Let it Rest

Remove the liver loaf from the oven and let it sit for 5-10 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute and results in a moist, good meatloaf.

7. Serve and Enjoy!

Garnish with some fresh parsley. Slice and serve with mashed potatoes, green beans, or asparagus for an extra serving of vegetables. Add some delicious sauerkraut to the side for even more nutrition. Drizzle the pan juices over the slices for added flavor.

Variations and Meal Prep Tips

Make Individual Meatballs: Instead of a loaf pan, shape the meatloaf mixture into individual meatballs and bake for 20-25 minutes.
Use an Organ Blend: Swap some of the liver for a mix of beef heart or kidney for a wider range of essential nutrients.
Substitutions: Ground turkey or lb ground pork can be used alongside lb ground beef for a milder flavor.
Meal Prep Friendly: This liver meatloaf is perfect for meal prep! Store leftovers in an airtight container for easy lunches or dinners throughout the week.

Final Thoughts

If you’ve had a hard time eating liver in the past, this meatloaf recipe will change your mind. Even the biggest liver skeptic will find it delicious, as the combination of ground meat and a flavorful sauce masks the liver taste completely. Whether it’s your first time cooking with liver or you’re already a liver fan, this dish is one of our favorite ways to enjoy the most nutritionally dense foods. Try it out and experience the incredible health benefits of organ meats in the easiest and tastiest way possible!

Let us know in the comments if you tried this recipe and how you liked it! Happy cooking!