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Spicy Beef Tongue

Explore the rich flavors of Spicy Beef Tongue, a tender and zesty dish with French roots. Perfect for family dinners and special occasions. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g beef tongue
  • 2 tbsp vinegar
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tbsp mustard
  • 3 hot peppers, chopped
  • 1 liter beef broth
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • for garnish fresh parsley leaves

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Skillet or frying pan
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Measuring spoons and cups

Method
 

  1. Place the beef tongue in a large pot, add the beef broth, and bring it to a gentle boil over medium heat.
  2. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 2 hours, or until the tongue is tender.
  3. While the tongue is cooking, heat olive oil in a pan and sauté the chopped onion until translucent and fragrant.
  4. Add the chopped hot peppers to the pan and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in the mustard and vinegar, mixing well, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Once the tongue is tender, remove it from the pot, let it cool slightly, and slice into thin pieces.
  7. Serve the slices smothered in the spicy sauce, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For an extra burst of flavor, marinate the beef tongue in vinegar and some spices for a few hours before cooking. To make the sauce richer, add a dollop of butter just before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
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