14.04.2025

Excellent trick with cow’s tongue

By Vitia

Cow’s tongue is a dish that may seem intimidating, but with this recipe you will discover an excellent trick to prepare it in a delicious and easy way. The key is in the cooking process and the ingredients we use to give it an exceptional flavor.

How to prepare delicious cow’s tongue

To prepare this delicious tongue, you will need:

Ingredients:

  • 1 beef tongue
  • 1 carrot
  • 2 onions
  • Dill and parsley to taste
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Peppercorns to taste
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon gelatin

Preparation:

  1. Prepare the tongue:
    • Cut off the leftover part of the beef tongue so it’s ready to cook.
    • Soak your tongue in water for 10-15 minutes to clean away any impurities.
  2. Cooking the tongue:
    • Place the tongue in a pot of boiling water and let cook for 15 minutes. This will help soften it a bit and make the next step easier.
    • Meanwhile, cut the carrot as shown in the video (into slices or sticks, as you prefer).
    • Coarsely chop the onions.
  3. Add ingredients and cook:
    • After the initial 15 minutes, add the carrot, onions, dill, parsley, bay leaves, peppercorns and salt to taste to the pot.
    • Let everything cook together for another 30 minutes so that the flavors integrate well and the tongue cooks completely.
  4. Cooling and removing skin:
    • After 30 minutes of cooking, remove the tongue from the pot and place it in cold water. This will help the skin peel off more easily.
    • Once cool, carefully remove the skin from the tongue. It should come out without difficulty, revealing the tender and soft meat.
  5. Prepare the broth with gelatin:
    • Remove the vegetables from the broth left in the pot.
    • Take some of this broth and mix it with a tablespoon of gelatin. Stir well until the gelatin is completely dissolved.
    • This mixture will help give a nice texture to the final dish.
  6. Serve:
    • Cut the tongue into thin slices and serve with the gelatin broth.
    • You can decorate the dish with a little dill and fresh parsley to give it a touch of color and freshness.

Enjoy this excellent trick with cow’s tongue! It’s a dish that, while it may take a bit of time and patience, is definitely worth it for its unique flavor and texture.

Accompaniments for Cow’s Tongue

  1. Mashed Potatoes:
    • A classic that never fails. The creamy and smooth mashed potatoes perfectly complement the tender texture of the cow’s tongue. You can add a touch of butter and a little nutmeg to enhance the flavor.
  2. Fresh Vegetable Salad:
    • A fresh salad with lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and shredded carrot is a light and refreshing option. Dress with a simple lemon and olive oil vinaigrette to balance the dish.
  3. Rice Pilaf:
    • Rice pilaf, cooked with broth and spices such as saffron, will give an aromatic and exotic touch to your food. You can add sliced almonds and raisins for more texture and flavor.
  4. Herb Roasted Potatoes:
    • Roasted potatoes with rosemary, thyme, and a little garlic are a tasty and crunchy option. You can cut them into wedges and roast them until golden brown.
  5. Steamed Vegetables:
    • Steamed broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, and green beans are a healthy and colorful side dish. You can dress them with a little melted butter and salt to bring out their natural flavor.