Delicious Beef Tongue Tacos

Delicious Beef Tongue Tacos
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    8 hrs 15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    8 hrs 30 mins
  • SERVING
    20 People
  • VIEWS
    237

Transform humble beef tongue into a culinary masterpiece with these incredibly tender and flavorful tacos. Slow-cooked to perfection and paired with a vibrant, slightly chunky salsa, each bite is an explosion of savory goodness.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    14 g
  • Cholesterol
    66 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    11 g
  • Saturated Fat
    5 g
  • Sodium
    46 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    14 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Begin by gently placing the beef tongue in a slow cooker, ensuring it is fully submerged in water. Introduce the aromatic onion slices, crushed garlic, and fragrant bay leaf. Season generously with salt to draw out the tongue's natural flavors. Cover and allow to cook on Low heat for a transformative 8 hours, or preferably overnight. (Cook time: 8 hours)

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02 Step

Recipe View Once the slow cooking is complete, carefully remove the tongue from the cooker. Allow it to cool slightly before shredding the meat into delectable, tender strands.

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Recipe View In a skillet set over medium heat, gently warm the vegetable oil. Introduce the Roma tomatoes and serrano peppers, cooking until softened on all sides, about 10 minutes. The char will add a depth of flavor. (Cook time: 10 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View Carefully transfer the softened tomatoes and peppers to a blender, reserving the oil in the skillet. Season with salt. Pulse briefly until the mixture achieves a slightly chunky consistency.

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Recipe View Return the skillet to the heat and introduce the diced onion, cooking until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the tomato and pepper mixture, allowing the flavors to meld harmoniously for an additional 5-6 minutes. (Cook time: 10 minutes)

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Recipe View To assemble the tacos, nestle the shredded tongue meat within a warm corn tortilla. Generously spoon the vibrant salsa over the meat, allowing the flavors to mingle and create a symphony of taste. Serve immediately and savor the deliciousness.

For an extra layer of flavor, consider searing the shredded beef tongue in the skillet with a bit of the reserved oil before adding it to the tacos.
Adjust the amount of serrano peppers to your preference for heat.
Serve with your favorite taco toppings, such as cilantro, lime wedges, and crumbled queso fresco.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 79 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (9)
  • Rose Gulgowski

    The homemade salsa is the key to this recipe. It's so much better than anything you can buy in a store.

  • Delores Jakubowski

    I used a pressure cooker to cook the tongue, and it only took about an hour and a half. This is a great time-saver!

  • Philip Paucek

    I added a little bit of oregano to the salsa, and it took it to the next level!

  • Berenice Brown

    The instructions were easy to follow, and the results were restaurant-quality. I will definitely be making these again!

  • Lauren Hagenes

    I was hesitant to try beef tongue, but this recipe completely changed my mind. It's now one of my favorites!

  • Levi Schultz

    Absolutely amazing! The tongue was so tender, and the salsa was bursting with flavor. My family devoured these tacos!

  • Cornelius Langworth

    My husband is from Mexico, and he said these are the best tongue tacos he's ever had!

  • Salvatore Harris

    These tacos are a bit time-consuming to make, but they are so worth it!

  • Mackenzie Satterfield

    I made these for a party, and they were a huge hit! Everyone raved about them.

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