Yep, that’s right—lengua is tongue! “Lengua de vaca” or beef tongue is something we’re proud to serve at Amonos Mexican Kitchen, and in case you’re on the fence about trying it, we’d like to give you a few reasons!
- It’s Soft and Rich
The tongue actually used to be one of the most prized parts of the animal. Back in the days of Paleolithic hunters, the pieces with the highest fat content were the most desirable, and the tongue is about 75% fat—making it incredibly rich, supple, and marbled.
- No, There Aren’t Taste Buds
If you’re afraid of biting into something you think might be able to taste you back, don’t fret—during the preparation of the tongue, the skin is removed, taking all those sandpaper taste buds along with it.
- It’s All Over the World
Maybe it’s not the most popular dish in America, but tongue is popular all over the world, in pretty much every culture. Japanese, French, Turkish, English, Persian, and so many more have prizes tongue for centuries—that’s too many people to be wrong!
- We Cook It Right
If you’ve tried tongue before and didn’t like it, you should try ours. If you’ve never tried it, you should try ours first! We braise it perfectly, so it’s the ideal mixture of soft on the inside and a little crispy on the outside. Served in a taco, you’ll be blown away by how well the lengua carries the flavor of the other authentic Mexican ingredients while making the whole experience richer, fuller, and more satisfying.
- Try Everything Once!
The experience is its own reward. If you’ve never eaten tongue before, you need to, not only because it’s such an important ingredient around the world, but because it might be your new favorite thing!
For lengua and more, come into Amonos Mexican Kitchen! We do it right every time, with authentic flavors and technique. Check out our menu for more!
