Beef liver is tenderer than pork liver, especially the lighter red beef liver from young animals. Pork liver also has a slightly stronger taste while chicken livers are tender and mild tasting. Liver smothered in onions is a classic way to prepare liver. read more
Cooking Beef Liver Beef liver that's not cooked to at least medium-rare, or approximately 145 F, has a slightly metallic taste. At temperatures of 160 F or higher it begins to shed moisture, becoming chewy, dry and strongly flavored. read more