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Beef tongue
Calories & nutrition facts
new zealand, imported, variety meats and by-products, raw
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 243 kcal —
- Protein 18 g 36%
- Carbohydrate 0 g 0%
- Fat 19 g 24%
- Saturated fat 6.7 g 33%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sugars 0 g —
- Sodium 73 mg 3%
- Cholesterol 81 mg 27%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 12 µg 1%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0.3 µg 2%
- Vitamin E 0.95 mg 6%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.07 mg 5%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.21 mg 16%
- Niacin (B3) 3 mg 19%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.43 mg 9%
- Vitamin B6 0.09 mg 6%
- Vitamin B12 5.2 µg 216%
Minerals
- Calcium 4 mg 0%
- Iron 1.8 mg 10%
- Magnesium 16 mg 4%
- Phosphorus 150 mg 12%
- Potassium 252 mg 5%
- Zinc 2.7 mg 25%
- Copper 0.12 mg 13%
- Manganese 0.01 mg 1%
- Selenium 2.5 µg 5%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 243 | 18 g | 0 g | 19 g |
| 1 × oz | 113 g | 275 | 20 g | 0 g | 22 g |
| 2 × oz | 226 g | 549 | 40 g | 0 g | 43 g |
| ½ × oz | 56.5 g | 137 | 10 g | 0 g | 11 g |
| 3 × oz | 339 g | 824 | 60 g | 0 g | 65 g |
| 4 × oz | 452 g | 1098 | 80 g | 0 g | 86 g |
Similar foods
- Ox tongueraw178 kcal / 100 g
- Beef heartraw112 kcal / 100 g
- Veal tonguevariety meats and by-products, raw131 kcal / 100 g
- Beef ox tongueraw176 kcal / 100 g
- Lamb tonguevariety meats and by-products, raw222 kcal / 100 g
- Lamb tongue - swiss cutnew zealand, imported, raw225 kcal / 100 g
- Calf tongueraw164 kcal / 100 g
- Pork tonguefresh, variety meats and by-products, raw225 kcal / 100 g
- Tongueaverage of veal and beef, raw191 kcal / 100 g
- Inside beefnew zealand, imported, raw128 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Beef tongue
How do you cook beef tongue so it turns tender?
Simmer it gently in water or stock with onion, bay and peppercorns for about 2½–3½ hours, until a knife slides in easily. Peel off the thick outer skin while the tongue is still warm, then slice it.
Can you eat beef tongue cold, and how do you serve it?
Yes. Chill cooked tongue before slicing it thinly for sandwiches, salads or a cold platter; it also works warm with mustard, horseradish or a sharp salsa verde.
How should you store beef tongue?
Keep raw tongue refrigerated and cook it within a day or two of buying it, or freeze it. Refrigerate cooked slices in a covered container and use within three to four days.
Can you cook beef tongue in a pressure cooker?
Yes: cover it with water or stock and cook at high pressure for about 60–90 minutes, then allow the pressure to release naturally. If the skin does not peel off easily, cook it for a little longer.
What does beef tongue taste like?
It tastes like rich beef, with a mild, savoury flavour and a soft, slightly springy texture when cooked properly. The outer skin is tough, so remove it after simmering.
Is beef tongue fattier than beef heart?
Yes. Beef tongue has 19 g of fat per 100 g, compared with 3.4 g in beef heart; beef heart also has less energy, at 105 kcal per 100 g versus 243 kcal.
How much protein does beef tongue provide in a serving?
A 113 g serving provides 20 g of protein. Slice it after cooking and serve it with vegetables, potatoes or bread for a substantial meal.
How does beef tongue compare with veal tongue?
Beef tongue has 243 kcal and 19 g of fat per 100 g, while veal tongue has 131 kcal and 5.48 g of fat. Their protein amounts are similar: 18 g in beef tongue and 17.2 g in veal tongue.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 174738 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
