Lengua Beef Tongue Stew

Beef tongue simmered in a rich stew with vegetables and spices—traditional, tender, and full of deep flavor.

Ingredients

  • 1 (2 pound) beef tongue
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 small leek, thinly sliced
  • 2 stalks celery, thinly sliced 2 large carrots, shredded
  • 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
  • 2 (1 ounce) packets taco seasoning mix (such as goya®) salt and black pepper to taste