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Beef Tongue Tacos Recipe

Delicious and tender beef tongue tacos, perfect for a flavorful meal.
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Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 whole Beef Tongue
  • 1 large Onion quartered
  • 4 cloves Garlic peeled
  • 2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 bunch Cilantro chopped
  • 8 small Corn Tortillas
  • 1 cup Salsa your choice
  • 2 whole Limes cut into wedges

Instructions 

  1. 1. Rinse the beef tongue under cold water.
  2. 2. Place the tongue in a large pot and cover with water.
  3. 3. Add the onion, garlic, and salt to the pot.
  4. 4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 4 hours.
  5. 5. Remove the tongue from the pot and let it cool slightly.
  6. 6. Peel off the outer layer of the tongue and discard.
  7. 7. Slice the tongue into thin strips.
  8. 8. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet.
  9. 9. Assemble the tacos with tongue slices, chopped cilantro, salsa, and lime wedges.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Beef Tongue, Tacos
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