Tender Beef Tongue Tacos with Roasted Tomato Salsa

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Tender Beef Tongue Tacos with Roasted Tomato Salsa bring a melt-in-your-mouth texture to your table. This traditional Mexican dish is perfect for adventurous eaters looking to explore bold flavors. With no specified allergies, it’s a great option for everyone. The rich beef tongue pairs beautifully with the vibrant roasted tomato salsa, making it versatile for any meal.

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Overview

Discover the rich and tender flavors of beef tongue, slow-cooked to perfection and paired with a vibrant roasted tomato salsa. These tacos are a culinary delight, offering a melt-in-your-mouth experience that is both unique and satisfying. Perfect for adventurous eaters and taco lovers alike!

Diet Type

Traditional

Allergies

None specified

Cuisine

Mexican

Serving Size: 20

Cooking Time: 510 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Whole beef tongue
• 0.5 Whole white onion, sliced
• 5 Whole garlic cloves, minced
• 1 Whole bay leaf
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste
• 3 Tablespoons (tbsp) vegetable oil
• 5 Whole Roma tomatoes
• 5 Whole serrano peppers
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste
• 0.5 Whole onion, minced
• 2 10 Ounces (oz) packages corn tortillas

Steps

1. Place the beef tongue in a slow cooker and cover with water. Add the sliced onion, minced garlic, and bay leaf. Season generously with salt. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or overnight until the tongue is tender.
2. Once cooked, remove the tongue from the slow cooker. Allow it to cool slightly, then peel off the tough outer layer. Shred the meat into strands and set aside.
3. In a skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the Roma tomatoes and serrano peppers, cooking until they are softened and slightly charred on all sides. Remove from the skillet and transfer to a blender, leaving the oil in the skillet.
4. Blend the roasted tomatoes and peppers briefly until the mixture is slightly chunky. Season with salt to taste.
5. In the same skillet, add the minced onion and cook until translucent. Stir in the tomato-pepper mixture and cook for an additional 5 to 6 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
6. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over a flame until pliable. Fill each tortilla with a generous portion of shredded beef tongue and top with the roasted tomato salsa.
7. Serve the tacos immediately, garnished with fresh herbs, lime wedges, and avocado slices if desired. Enjoy the rich, savory flavors of these unique tacos!

Enjoy your homemade Tender Beef Tongue Tacos with Roasted Tomato Salsa!