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Southern-style liver pudding is a surprisingly delicious addition to a hearty breakfast or brunch. Especially popular in North Carolina, this pork-based meatloaf is similar to the sausage patty, but with a smoother texture and a slightly spicy, earthy flavor.
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Homemade Liver Pudding Recipe

Southern-style liver pudding is a surprisingly delicious addition to a hearty breakfast or brunch. Especially popular in North Carolina, this pork-based meatloaf is similar to the sausage patty, but with a smoother texture and a slightly spicy, earthy flavor.
Servings 8

Ingredients

  • 1 pork liver trimmed with membrane removed
  • 2 1/2 lb pork shoulder
  • 1 1/4 cups chopped sage or 1 teaspoon dried sage
  • 3 tbsp salt
  • 1 tbsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 1/2 cups cornmeal fine
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

For Frying - Optional

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon butter unsalted recommended

Instructions

  • Place the pork liver and pork shoulder on a work surface. Cut into ½-inch inch cubes using a butcher knife. Then place in a 8-10 quart pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer. Cook until tender, about 3 hours.
  • Lift the cooked meat out of the pot using a slotted spoon, reserving the cooking liquid. Add the meat to a food processor along with the sage, salt and pepper. Pulse several times until the consistency reaches that of a fine mince.
  • Turn the minced meat back into the pot with the liquid and bring to a boil. Using a wooden spoon, stir in the cornmeal and flour, alternating ¼ cup at a time until it reaches a batter-like consistency. Remove from the heat and let it sit for 30 minutes. Then pour into a loaf pan and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight to let it set.