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Grilled Beef Tongue

Grilled Beef Tongue is simmered until buttery-tender, then sliced and kissed on the grill for a lightly crisp, smoky edge. A touch of lime, paprika, and olive oil brightens the rich, beefy flavor, making it great for steak-style slices or folding into tacos. Ideal for a hearty dinner or a weekend cookout centerpiece.

  • Prep5 mins
  • Cook2 hrs 15 mins
  • Serves8
  • DifficultyMedium
Grilled Beef Tongue
  1. 1

    Put the tongue in a large stockpot and cover it with water. Bring it to a boil over medium heat. Boil the tongue for 2 hours. Turn off the heat and let it cool for 1 hour. Peel off the skin from the tongue and discard it.

  2. 2

    Move the tongue to a cutting board and slice it into 1/2-inch pieces. Drizzle with olive oil and lime juice, and season with paprika.

  3. 3

    Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Grill the tongue slices for 6 minutes, flipping halfway through the cooking time. Season with salt and pepper to taste.