Ingredients
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Ingredients:
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4 lb Lengua (Beef Tongue)
C
4 cup Chicken Broth or Beef
W
3 cup Water
M
12 oz Modelo (Optional)
H
1 whole Head of garlic
M
1 whole Medium Yellow Onion
O
1 tbsp Oregano
B
1 tbsp Black Pepper Corn
G
3 Guajillo Peppers
S
2 Sprigs Thyme
S
3 Sprigs Rosemary
S
1 tbsp Salt
F
For Serving:
C
Corn tortillas
D
Diced Onions
F
Fresh Cilantro
T
Tomatillo Salsa
L
Lime wedges
Directions
1
For the Clean the Beef Tongue
1
Rinse the beef tongue thoroughly in a container under cold water with distilled vinegar and lime wedges until the water runs clear.
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4 lb Lengua (Beef Tongue)
2
For the Build the Cooking Liquid
1
In a large Dutch oven or pot, add the chicken broth, water, and beer (if using).
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Ingredients:
C
4 cup Chicken Broth or Beef
W
3 cup Water
M
12 oz Modelo (Optional)
2
Add the onion, garlic, bay leaves, oregano, black peppercorns, rosemary, thyme, and guajillo peppers. Season lightly with salt.
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Ingredients:
H
1 whole Head of garlic
M
1 whole Medium Yellow Onion
O
1 tbsp Oregano
B
1 tbsp Black Pepper Corn
G
3 Guajillo Peppers
S
2 Sprigs Thyme
S
3 Sprigs Rosemary
S
1 tbsp Salt
3
For the Cook the Tongue
1
Place the cleaned beef tongue into the pot, making sure it is mostly submerged in the liquid.
2
Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce to low heat. Cover and cook for 4 to 5 hours, or until the tongue is very tender and easily pierced with a knife.
3
For the Peel the Tongue
1
Remove the tongue from the pot and let it cool slightly.
2
While still warm, peel off the outer layer of skin, it should come off easily.
3
For the Slice or Chop
1
Slice or chop the beef tongue into small bite sized pieces, depending on your preference.
2
For the Sear for Flavor
1
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a little oil.
2
Add the chopped lengua and sear for a few minutes until the edges become slightly crispy and golden. This step adds texture and enhances flavor.
3
For the Assemble the Tacos
1
Warm your tortillas, then fill them with the crispy beef tongue.
C
Corn tortillas
2
Top with diced onion, fresh cilantro, tomatillo salsa, and a squeeze of lime.
F
For Serving:
D
Diced Onions
F
Fresh Cilantro
T
Tomatillo Salsa
L
Lime wedges
