Spicy Beef Tongue in the Pressure Cooker (Aji de Lengua Boliviano) | The Frugal Chef

beef tongue

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken is leaner and pork is more affordable.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: almonds

Sunflower seeds offer similar crunch with fewer allergens.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth can be lower in calories and cost.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides a similar acidity.

Clean and boil the beef tongue in salted water until tender, about 2-3 hours.

Peel the tongue and slice it into thin strips.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Sauté chopped onions and garlic until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add diced bell peppers and cook for another 3-4 minutes until softened.

Stir in chopped tomatoes and cook until they break down, about 5 minutes.

Add sliced beef tongue to the skillet and mix well.

Sprinkle with cumin, oregano, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper.

Pour in beef broth and let simmer for 20-30 minutes until flavors meld.

Finish with lime juice and chopped cilantro, stirring to combine.

Serve hot, garnished with slices of hard-boiled eggs.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens