By Sophie Van Tiggelen 15 Comments
You know it is good for you but you are not sure where to start? That is pretty much how everyone feels about organ meats and offal! Sarah Ballantyne, aka The Paleo Mom, has written extensively on the subject of organ meats and nutrient density. She says “organ meats are the most concentrated source of just about every nutrient, including important vitamins, minerals, healthy fats and essential amino acids.” No wonder organ meats are considered a super-food on the autoimmune protocol!
Try eating offal once or twice a week if you can and choose an organic, grass-fed source if possible. I would recommend that you start with a simple pâté and work your way up from there! Down below is a list of organ meats recipes gathered from AIP bloggers. Their talent and creativity in the kitchen will help you choose which recipe is best for you.
Liver pâtés
- Bacon & Olive Liver Pâtéby Emma at The Bacon Mum
- Beef Liver Pâté with Bacon and Rosemary by Jaime at Gutsy by Nature
- “Powerhouse on a Plate” Bacon, Mushroom, Liver Pâté by Jaime at Gutsy by Nature
- Beef liver Pâté with Balsamic Caramelized Onions by Erin at Enjoying This Journey
- Chicken Liver Pâté with Mushrooms and Bacon by Martine at The Paleo Partridge
- Chicken Liver Pâtéby Charlotte at Salixisme
- Pork and Chicken Liver Terrine with Spiced Apple Compote by Kate at Healing Family Eats
- Pork Liver and Bacon Pâtéby Jo at Comfort Bites
- Paleo Herbed and Chicken Liver Pâté (AIP) by Gabriella at Beyond the Bite
- Paleo Asian Beef Liver Pâté (AIP) by Gabriella at Beyond the Bite
- Chicken Liver Pâté 101 by Martine at The Paleo Partridge
- ‘I Can’t Believe it’s Liver!’ Duck Liver, Thyme and Orange Pâté by Joanna at This Sydney life
- Bacon-Beef Liver Pâté with Rosemary and Thyme by Mickey at Autoimmune Paleo
- Liver Pâté by Sarah at The Paleo Mom
Meatballs, burgers, and more!
- Chicken Liver Fried “Rice” by Eileen at Phoenix Helix
- Liver and Mushroom Stir Fry by Sirpa at Kaiku Lifestyle
- AIP Paleo Pan Seared Garlic Liver Recipe by Tara at The Paleo Cajun Lady
- Liver with Bacon, Onions and Collard Greens by Kate at Healing Family Eats
- Bolognese Sauce with Chicken Livers and Zoodles by Kate at Healing family Eats
- Hidden Liver Mediterranean Turkey Burgers (AIP) by Gabriella at Beyond the Bite
- Abats de Lapin en Sauce (Rabbit Livers and Kidneys Sauce) by Dora at Provincial paleo
- Hidden Liver Meatballs by Dora at Provincial Paleo
- Simple Marinated Chicken Hearts by Eileen at Phoenix Helix
- Beef Heart with Chimichurri Sauce by Eileen at Phoenix Helix
- Grilled Sweetbreads with Balsamic Glaze by Eileen at Phoenix Helix
- Paleo Steak and Kidney Pie by Charlotte at Salixisme
- Paleo / AIP Dirty “Rice” with Liver by Charlotte at Salixisme
- Hidden Liver Meatloaf and Gravy by Charlotte at Salixisme
- Elk Liver by Charlotte at Salixisme
- Elk Heart with Greens and Oven Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds by Charlotte at Salixisme
- Elk and Heart Stew by Charlotte at Salixisme
For more organ meat inspiration, check out the Organ Meat Makeover ebook by Gabriella Schneider! 
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About Sophie Van Tiggelen
Sophie Van Tiggelen is a passionate foodie, recipe developer, author, and photographer. Diagnosed with Hashimoto's thyroiditis in 2009, she used the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) to reverse her condition, and today, Sophie lives a full and vibrant life free from the anxiety and flare-ups that often accompany autoimmune diseases. With her food and lifestyle blog, A Squirrel in the Kitchen, Sophie shares her AIP experience and empowers others to develop new habits to promote good health and wellness. Through years of experience, she has developed simple strategies to be successful on AIP, including numerous mouth-watering, allergen-free recipes that everyone (even those without autoimmune diseases) can enjoy. Sophie is on a mission to make the Autoimmune Protocol - and all that it encompasses - more accessible and sustainable for anyone looking for a more nutritious, more delicious, more health-conscious life.
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What a fabulous roundup, Sophie! I’ve got it pinned, and plan to share on FB next week.
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Kate saysBig thanks from me for this fantastic round-up .. and for including some of my recipes!
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- Sophie says
You are welcome Kate! Your recipes are so delicious 🙂
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- Erin says
Such a great round up of nourishing bites! 🙂
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- Sophie says
Thanks Erin! Nourishing indeed! Organ meats are literally a super-food <3
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- Rory Linehan says
Bonza round-up Sophie! Offally good if you ask me!
Thanks for the shout-out. I’ll be sharing on social media tomorrow.
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- Sophie says
Thanks Rory! I found your article informative, with a little bit of humor which I like a lot 🙂
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- jannike johnsen says
I am new to this whole autoimmune thing having just recently been diagnosed with Hashimoto’s. I am reeling with all of the information out there and still trying to find my way. I like liver because I grew up with it but haven’t ever prepared it, or other organ meats, myself. We always just purchased Braunschweiger liver pate. I checked the ingredients the other day, and it’s a chemical soup of ingredients. And I’ve looked for organ meats in my local stores and haven’t really found much, and what I found wasn’t grass fed. However, when I finally find a good source, I’ll come back to these recipes. Thanks for providing such a great list, and I look forward to reading more of your blog.
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