Tacos de Lengua Recipe
Discover how to make delicious tacos de lengua with this easy, step-by-step recipe. Perfect for a flavorful meal!
Equipment
- Large pot
- Skillet
- Chopping board
- Sharp knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 about 3-4 lb Beef tongue
- 1 quartered Onion
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 2 Bay leaves
- 2 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Peppercorns
- 12 Corn tortillas
- 1/4 cup chopped Fresh cilantro
- 1 finely chopped White onion
- 2 Limes cut into wedges
Instructions
Step 1 – Prepare the Tongue
- Rinse the beef tongue thoroughly under cold water.
- In a large pot, place the tongue, quartered onion, garlic cloves, bay leaves, salt, and peppercorns.
- Cover with water by a couple of inches and bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
- Simmer covered for about 3 hours or until the tongue is tender.
- Note: The tongue should be tender enough to pierce easily with a knife.
Step 2 – Peel and Slice
- Remove the tongue from the broth and let it cool slightly.
- Peel off the tough outer layer of the skin.
- Slice the tongue into 1/4 inch thick slices.
- Warning: Be careful handling the hot tongue to avoid burns.
Step 3 – Fry and Assemble
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and fry the tongue slices until crisp on the edges.
- Warm the tortillas on the skillet for about 30 seconds on each side.
- Place the fried tongue slices on each tortilla.
- Note: Frying the tongue slices enhances their flavor and texture.
Step 4 – Garnish and Serve
- Top each taco with chopped cilantro and onions.
- Serve with lime wedges on the side.
- Note: Fresh lime juice adds a zesty finish that balances the richness of the meat.
Notes
- For an extra kick, add a dollop of your favorite salsa or a sprinkle of chili powder.
- If the tongue starts to dry out during cooking, add more water to keep it submerged.