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Slow Cooker Lengua (Beef Tongue) Recipe
Slow cooker lengua showcases beef tongue as incredibly tender, flavorful meat that shouldn't scare anyone away from this traditional delicacy that will pleasantly surprise adventurous eaters. This approachable preparation method makes beef tongue accessible while ensuring perfect texture and taste that converts even hesitant diners. Don't let the cut intimidate you – this recipe proves that lengua delivers exceptional taste and tenderness when prepared with patience and proper technique.
Beef tongue is a very tender, tasty meat. Don’t let the cut of meat scare you; you will be pleasantly surprised. Find the meat at any Mexican market — ask the butcher. Serve this in tacos with chopped onion, tomato, cilantro, and wedges of lime.
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
8 hrs 5 mins
Total Time:
8 hrs 15 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients
1 beef tongue
½ onion
2 cloves garlic, or more to taste
1 bay leaf
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon butter
Directions
Place beef tongue, onion, garlic, and bay leaf in a slow cooker; generously season with salt. Pour in enough water to cover beef mixture.
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Cook on Low for 8 hours.
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Transfer beef tongue to a work surface and cool slightly. Peel outer layer of skin from beef tongue and remove rough end.
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Chop meat into bite-sized pieces.
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Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir chopped meat until tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 492 | Calories |
| 39g | Fat |
| 1g | Carbs |
| 32g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
| Calories 492 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 39g | 50% |
| Saturated Fat 15g | 74% |
| Cholesterol 224mg | 75% |
| Sodium 123mg | 5% |
| Total Carbohydrate 1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 1% |
| Total Sugars 0g | |
| Protein 32g | 64% |
| Vitamin C 3mg | 4% |
| Calcium 14mg | 1% |
| Iron 4mg | 24% |
| Potassium 323mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
