Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 pound beef tongue
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 corn tortillas
Preparation Time:
10 minutes
Cooking Time:
2 hours
Difficulty Level:
3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Rinse the beef tongue thoroughly and place it in a large pot. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 2 hours, or until the tongue is tender.
- Remove the tongue from the pot and let it cool slightly. Peel off the skin and slice the tongue thinly.
- In a bowl, combine the sliced tongue, onion, bell pepper, cilantro, lime juice, cumin, coriander, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the tongue mixture and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until heated through.
- Warm the tortillas in the microwave or on a griddle.
- Fill each tortilla with the tongue mixture and serve with your favorite taco toppings.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Tender and flavorful beef tongue
- Fresh and zesty toppings
- Authentic Mexican flavors
- Perfect for sharing or enjoying as a main meal
User Comments:
- "These tacos were absolutely delicious! The beef tongue was so tender and the flavors were amazing."
- "I've never tried beef tongue before, but these tacos were a great introduction. I'll definitely be making them again."
- "These are the best tacos I've ever had! They're so unique and full of flavor."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Beef tongue can be tough if not cooked properly, so be sure to simmer it for at least 2 hours.
- If you can't find beef tongue at your local supermarket, you can order it online or from a specialty butcher shop.
- You can also use other cuts of beef for this recipe, but they may not be as tender.
