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Beef tongue
Calories & nutrition facts
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Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 224 kcal —
- Protein 15 g 30%
- Carbohydrate 3.7 g 1%
- Fat 16 g 21%
- Saturated fat 7 g 35%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sodium 69 mg 3%
- Cholesterol 87 mg 29%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 3.1 mg 3%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.13 mg 10%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.34 mg 26%
- Niacin (B3) 4.2 mg 27%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.65 mg 13%
- Vitamin B6 0.31 mg 18%
- Folate (B9) 7 µg 2%
- Vitamin B12 3.8 µg 158%
Minerals
- Calcium 6 mg 0%
- Iron 3 mg 16%
- Magnesium 16 mg 4%
- Phosphorus 133 mg 11%
- Potassium 315 mg 7%
- Zinc 2.9 mg 26%
- Copper 0.17 mg 19%
- Manganese 0.03 mg 1%
- Selenium 9.4 µg 17%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 224 | 15 g | 3.7 g | 16 g |
| 1 × oz | 28.4 g | 64 | 4.2 g | 1 g | 4.6 g |
| 2 × oz | 56.7 g | 127 | 8.4 g | 2.1 g | 9.1 g |
| ½ × oz | 14.2 g | 32 | 2.1 g | 0.5 g | 2.3 g |
| 3 × oz | 85.1 g | 191 | 13 g | 3.1 g | 14 g |
| 4 × oz | 113.4 g | 254 | 17 g | 4.2 g | 18 g |
Similar foods
- Ox tongueraw178 kcal / 100 g
- Beef ox tongueraw176 kcal / 100 g
- Calf tongueraw164 kcal / 100 g
- Veal tongueraw131 kcal / 100 g
- Lamb tongueraw222 kcal / 100 g
- Beef heartraw112 kcal / 100 g
- Tongueaverage of veal and beef, raw191 kcal / 100 g
- Pork tongueraw220 kcal / 100 g
- Sheep tongueraw218 kcal / 100 g
- Goat tongue offalraw190 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Beef tongue
How do you cook beef tongue so it turns tender?
Simmer it gently in salted water or stock with onion, bay leaf and peppercorns for about 2½–3½ hours, until a skewer slides into the thickest part easily. Peel off the tough outer skin while the tongue is still warm, then slice it.
Do you have to peel beef tongue before cooking it?
Usually, no: simmer it with the skin on, then peel it while warm, when the skin comes away much more easily. Trim any gristle at the base before serving.
What can you make with beef tongue?
Slice it thinly for tacos de lengua, or serve it warm with mustard, horseradish or salsa verde. Cold slices also work well in sandwiches and salads.
How long does cooked beef tongue keep in the fridge?
Cool it promptly, refrigerate it in a covered container and use it within 3–4 days. Keep it whole or store it in a little cooking liquor so the slices do not dry out.
Can you freeze cooked beef tongue?
Yes. Slice it, pack it airtight and freeze it for up to 3 months; thaw it in the fridge and reheat it gently in stock or cooking liquor.
What can you use instead of beef tongue?
For a similar sliced, tender texture in sandwiches or tacos, use slow-cooked brisket or beef cheek. They are not as silky as tongue, but both take well to long, gentle cooking.
Is beef tongue high in vitamin B12?
Yes. Beef tongue is high in vitamin B12: a 100 g portion provides 3.8 µg. A modest serving of about 85 g provides 3.2 µg.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 170196 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
