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Kaleji Masala (Spiced Liver Fry)

40 min Easy 4 servings

Serves 4 · Total 40 min · Prep 15 min · Cook 25 min

Updated on 7 November 2026

Goat liver cooked in an onion, tomato and ginger-garlic masala until just done and tender. It is a quick, rich dish common in Karachi homes, especially around Eid ul Adha, and is eaten with roti or paratha.

Quick answer: 40 min in total · serves 4 · main ingredients: Liver (goat or beef), Onion, Tomato, Ginger · amounts in metric and US

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Ingredients

Metric US

500 g 1.1 lb Liver (goat or beef), goat liver, cut into 3 cm pieces
2 pc 2 pc Onion
2 pc 2 pc Tomato
1 tbsp 1 tbsp Ginger
1 tbsp 1 tbsp Garlic
1.5 tsp 1.5 tsp Red chilli powder
0.5 tsp 0.5 tsp Turmeric
1 tsp 1 tsp Coriander powder
0.5 tsp 0.5 tsp Garam masala
80 ml 0.35 cup Cooking oil
to taste to taste Salt
3 pc 3 pc Green chilli (Optional)
0.25 cup 0.25 cup Coriander (Optional)

Steps

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Rinse the liver, soak it in cold water with a pinch of salt for 15 minutes, drain and pat dry.
⏱ Soaking liver · 15 min
Fry the sliced onions in oil until golden. Add ginger, garlic, chilli, turmeric, coriander powder and salt and stir for 1 minute.
⏱ Frying onions · 7 min
Add the tomatoes and cook 6 minutes until they break down and the oil separates.
⏱ Cooking masala · 6 min
Add the liver and cook on medium-high heat, stirring, for 10 to 12 minutes until no pink remains and it is firm (71 °C / 160 °F). Do not overcook or it turns rubbery.
⏱ Cooking liver · 11 min
Stir in garam masala and green chillies, cook 2 minutes and rest 3 minutes. Garnish with coriander and serve with roti.
⏱ Resting · 5 min
Check that the thickest piece has no pink centre before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Kaleji Masala (Spiced Liver Fry) take?

40 minutes in total: about 15 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking.

Is Kaleji Masala (Spiced Liver Fry) hard to make?

Degchi rates it easy. The method has 6 steps, and 5 of them have a timer you can start on this page.

How many people does Kaleji Masala (Spiced Liver Fry) serve?

This recipe serves 4. Use the toggle above the ingredient list to see the amounts in metric or US measures. For more or fewer portions, scale every amount in the same proportion, or use the servings control in the Degchi app.

Is Kaleji Masala (Spiced Liver Fry) halal, vegetarian or eggless?

It is marked halal in our recipe data. It is not vegetarian. It has no egg. It has no beef. Check the labels on any packaged ingredients for your own needs.

What will I probably need to buy for Kaleji Masala (Spiced Liver Fry)?

Everyday staples that Degchi counts as pantry basics: red chilli powder, turmeric, cooking oil, salt. Spice-box items: coriander powder, garam masala. Fresh items you will probably need to buy: liver (goat or beef), onion, tomato, ginger, garlic.

Any tips for making Kaleji Masala (Spiced Liver Fry)?

Soaking in salted water removes surface blood and gives a milder taste. Fresh liver should be cooked within 1 to 2 days of purchase; wash hands and surfaces after handling it raw.