Hungarian · appetizer
Libamáj (Hungarian Goose Liver / Foie Gras)
Libamáj (Hungarian Goose Liver / Foie Gras) reads richness 8.1, umami 6.8 and salinity 3.7 on Palate's 0–10 flavor X-ray — a Hungarian appetizer, about 30 min. Measured from the recipe itself: ingredients and technique.
The flavor X-ray — six axes, 0–10
- Umami & Savory — 7.2 / 10
- Sweet & Fruity — 4.3 / 10
- Sour & Bright — 1.7 / 10
- Bitter & Earthy — 1.2 / 10
- Rich & Fat — 8.1 / 10
- Aromatic & Spice — 3.6 / 10
The measured notes (of 18)
Richness 8.1 · Umami 6.8 · Salinity 3.7 · Allium 3.4 · Fruity 3.3 · Sweetness 3.2 · Sourness 1.7 · Floral 1.7 · Bitterness 1.1 · Heat 0.8 · Warm Spice 0.8 · Earthy 0.7
What's in it (8)
- 1 lb fresh goose liver
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
- 1/2 tsp sweet paprika
- 2 tbsp lard
- 1/2 small onion, sliced
- 3 tbsp apricot
- 4 slices brioche
Time & effort: about 30 min (15 min active) · effort: medium
Nutrition (per 100 g, engine-estimated): 268.1 kcal, 6.6 g protein, 16.9 g fat, 22.4 g carbs
Dietary: Contains meat — engine-derived; double-check anything allergy-critical.
How it's cooked (4 steps)
- Season the goose liver generously with salt, white pepper, and paprika.
- Heat lard or goose fat in a heavy pan over high heat and sear the liver for 2 to 3 minutes per side until deeply golden outside but still slightly pink inside.
- Rest briefly, then slice and serve on toast with a spoonful of fruit jam to balance the richness.
- A cold preparation by slow-poaching in seasoned fat is equally traditional.
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- Sunny Chicken Paella — Spanish
- Sunday Pot Roast with Carrots and Potatoes — American
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Every number above is Palate's engine-measured estimate, computed from this recipe's ingredients and techniques — not human-tasted ratings or reviews.