Succulent Beef Tongue in Red Sauce

Elevate your culinary experience with this dish showcasing tender beef tongue bathed in an indulgent red tomato sauce. Delight in the rich flavors and exquisite textures of this traditional recipe, perfect for impressing even the most discerning palates on special occasions or cozy family gatherings.
Ingredients
3 | lbs beef tongues |
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1 | onion, quartered |
1 | onion, finely chopped |
3 | garlic cloves, crushed |
20 | ounces tomatoes, canned diced |
1 | teaspoon dried thyme |
1 | teaspoon dried oregano |
1 | anaheim chili, roasted, peeled, seeds removed and chopped |
6 | ounces tomato paste |
3 | tablespoons green olives, finely chopped (or pickled cucumbers) |
Instructions
1. | Rinse the beef tongue thoroughly under water. |
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2. | Place the beef tongue in a large pot, ensuring it's fully covered with water. Add the quartered onion. |
3. | Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer covered for 3 hours until the tongue is no longer pink. |
4. | Broil the pepper for 3-5 minutes each side, then peel, chop, and set aside. |
5. | Remove the cooked tongue from the pot. While still warm, peel off the skin, trim any excess gristle, and slice into 1/2 inch pieces. |
6. | In a deep skillet over medium heat, sauté the finely chopped onion until translucent. |
7. | Add crushed garlic and continue to sauté for an additional 1 to 2 minutes. |
8. | Stir in diced tomatoes, oregano, thyme, and roasted chiles. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 15 minutes. |
9. | Incorporate the tomato paste, ensuring it's well mixed. |
10. | Add the finely chopped olives and stir to combine. |
11. | Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste. |
12. | Place the sliced beef tongue into the sauce, lower the heat, and simmer gently for 20 to 30 minutes. |
13. | Remove the skillet from heat and serve the succulent Beef Tongue in Red Tomato Sauce. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
Calories | 345.9 kcal |
Protein | 21.9 g |
Fat | 22.5 g |
Carbohydrates | 13.7 g |
Fiber | 2 g |
Sugar | 4.8 g |
Published on Feb 05, 2025 by Luminița