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Beef Tongue Tacos

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Beef Tongue Tacos for Taco Night Bliss

Savor the delightful Beef Tongue Tacos, a unique addition to your taco night with melt-in-your-mouth tenderness.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Taco Filling
  • 1 piece Beef Tongue The star ingredient, delivering rich flavor and tender texture.
  • 1 tablespoon Salt For flavor enhancement.
For the Toppings
  • 1 bunch Cilantro Fresh herbaceous note that complements the richness.
  • 1 cup White Onions Provides crunch and sharpness.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
For Serving
  • 8 pieces Tortillas Warm corn or flour tortillas.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Cutting Board
  • sharp knife
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Beef Tongue Tacos
  1. Begin by rinsing the beef tongue under cold water. Place it in a large pot and cover with water. Add salt and bring to a boil, then simmer gently.
  2. Allow the beef tongue to simmer for about 2 hours until fork-tender. Check doneness by piercing it with a fork.
  3. Once tender, carefully remove the tongue and cool for 10-15 minutes. Peel away the outer skin using a sharp knife.
  4. Cut the beef tongue into bite-sized pieces, about ½ inch in size. Set aside while preparing toppings.
  5. Finely chop the cilantro and white onions, combine in a bowl, and drizzle with lime juice.
  6. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet for 30 seconds on each side. Fill with beef tongue and top with the cilantro-onion mixture.
  7. Serve immediately with lime wedges and any additional toppings like avocado or hot sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to simmer the beef tongue for the full 2 hours for the best texture. Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor.

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