Tender Slow-Cooked Beef Tongue Delight
Experience a melt-in-your-mouth delicacy with this Tender Slow-Cooked Beef Tongue Delight, cooked to perfection in your crock pot. This unique dish combines the rich flavors of beef tongue with aromatic herbs and spices, creating a hearty meal that will impress family and friends alike. Serve it sliced in sandwiches or alongside roasted vegetables for a comforting one-dish meal. Perfect for adventurous eaters and anyone looking to try something new!
6
Servings
300
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
Beef Tongue
2-3 lb (Rinsed)
Bay Leaves
2 (Whole)
Black Pepper
To taste (Freshly ground)
Garlic
4 cloves (Minced (fresh or jarred))
Salt
To taste
Water
Enough to cover the tongue
Instructions
1
Rinse the beef tongue thoroughly under cold water to remove any impurities.
2
Place the tongue in the crock pot and add enough water to completely cover it.
3
Season the tongue generously with bay leaves, freshly ground black pepper, minced garlic, and salt to taste, just as you would with your favorite beef roast.
4
Cover the crock pot and set it to cook on low for 8 to 9 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the tongue to become tender.
5
Once the cooking time is up, carefully remove the tongue from the crock pot. The skin should have loosened and peeled away easily.
6
If any skin remains, simply peel it off. Slice the tongue into thin pieces and serve as desired. It's delicious in sandwiches or paired with roasted potatoes and carrots, which can also be added to the crock pot for a complete meal.
Nutrition Information
13g
Fat
2g
Carbs
40g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tender Slow-Cooked Beef Tongue Delight?
It is a melt-in-your-mouth delicacy cooked to perfection in a crock pot, combining rich beef flavors with aromatic herbs and spices.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe yields 6 servings.
What size beef tongue should I use?
A beef tongue weighing between 2 to 3 pounds is recommended.
How should I prepare the beef tongue before cooking?
Rinse the beef tongue thoroughly under cold water to remove any impurities.
What seasonings are used in this recipe?
The seasonings include bay leaves, freshly ground black pepper, minced garlic, and salt.
How much garlic is needed?
The recipe calls for 4 cloves of minced garlic, which can be fresh or jarred.
How long does the beef tongue cook in the crock pot?
It should cook on the low setting for 8 to 9 hours.
Should I cook the beef tongue on high or low?
This recipe specifically recommends cooking on the low setting to allow flavors to meld and the meat to become tender.
How much water do I need to add to the slow cooker?
Add enough water to completely cover the beef tongue.
Do I need to peel the tongue before cooking?
No, the skin is removed easily after the cooking process is complete.
How do I remove the skin after cooking?
Once cooked, carefully remove the tongue from the pot; the skin should have loosened and can be peeled away easily by hand.
How should the beef tongue be sliced?
After removing the skin, slice the tongue into thin pieces for serving.
Can I serve beef tongue in sandwiches?
Yes, it is delicious when sliced thin and served in sandwiches.
What side dishes pair well with this recipe?
It pairs excellently with roasted potatoes, carrots, or other roasted vegetables.
Can I cook vegetables with the beef tongue in the crock pot?
Yes, roasted potatoes and carrots can be added to the crock pot to create a complete meal.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 300 calories.
How much protein is in one serving?
There are 40g of protein per serving.
Is this a low-carb recipe?
Yes, it contains only 2g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much fat is in this dish?
There is 13g of fat per serving.
What type of pepper is recommended?
The recipe suggests using freshly ground black pepper.
How many bay leaves are used?
The recipe uses 2 whole bay leaves.
Is this recipe considered a one-dish meal?
Yes, it is categorized as a one-dish meal, especially if vegetables are added to the crock pot.
Who is this recipe perfect for?
It is perfect for adventurous eaters and anyone looking to try a unique, savory dish.
What is the texture of the meat after 8-9 hours?
The meat becomes incredibly tender and melt-in-your-mouth.
Is it necessary to use fresh garlic?
You can use either fresh minced garlic or minced garlic from a jar.
Is the sodium content specified?
No, the exact sodium content is not provided as salt is added to taste.
What is the recipe category?
The category for this recipe is One Dish Meal.
Can I use the cooking liquid?
While the recipe focuses on the meat, the cooking liquid is infused with garlic, bay leaves, and beef flavor.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include beef tongue, crock pot, slow cooked, comfort food, and unique recipe.
Does the recipe require salt?
Yes, salt should be added to taste, similar to how you would season a beef roast.