Vegetarian Chopped "liver"
This dip is a vegetarian (vegan) alternative to chopped liver. I know not many people appreciate or just don't eat chopped liver, so my grandmother came up with this veggie option that's been a crowd pleaser from vegans to carnivores alike! What makes this recipe "just right" is taking the time to saute the onions and also toasting the walnuts!
Equipment
- saute pan
- toaster
- collander
- food processor
Ingredients
- 3 white or yellow onions, diced
- 1 cup organic walnuts
- 15 oz can of LeSeur or organic sweet peas
- Organic olive oil
- Kosher Salt Diamond Crystal https://amzn.to/3ZRuGXG **
- Fresh cracked black pepper
Instructions
- In a large saute pan, over low heat to medium heat, add 2 tbs of organic olive oil. Add the onions and 1/4 tsp salt and a few grinds of cracked black pepper. Let the onions sweat for 20 minutes while periodically stirring. Note you want the onions to get a nice golden / caramel color. This is what makes this recipe "just right."
- While the onions are sauteing, place the walnuts in the toaster oven and toast for 2-3 minutes on low. You want them to get a light color. Keep on eye on them because nuts go from toasted to burnt in 30 seconds. Alternatively, if you do not have a toaster, you can toast them in a dry pan (no oil), on very low heat for 5 minutes, constantly moving them around to make sure they don't burn. If they do burn, start over (otherwise it will give the dip an acrid taste).
- After the onions have become a nice golden brown, rinse the peas in a colander and then place in the pan with the onions. Season with another 1/4 tsp of salt and a few grinds of black pepper. Let that cook for another few minutes while stirring. If the pan gets dry, add another tbs of olive oil.
- Add the toasted walnuts to the pan, stir for 2 more minutes. Season with a pinch of salt and a few grinds of black pepper.
- Let the pan cool. Once the mixture has cooled down, pour everything into a food processor. Process until smooth. You will have to stop and push down the mixture along the sides of the bowl to help the process along. You are looking for a smooth dip-like consistency.
- Enjoy dipping with carrots or crackers!
Notes
** Amazon Affiliate - I may receive compensation.