Beef tongue with jelly

8 servings

180 minutes

Beef tongue with jelly is an exquisite dish of author cuisine, combining the tenderness of slowly boiled tongue with the refreshing tartness of cranberry jelly. This recipe is a reinterpretation of classic gastronomic traditions, where meat textures harmonize with fruity accents. The tongue, carefully boiled with vegetables and spices, acquires a rich flavor and velvety consistency. The jelly, infused with thyme aroma and light sweetness, adds contrasting freshness. The presentation of the dish – slices of tongue enclosing transparent jelly cubes – not only pleases the eye but also creates an amazing balance of taste sensations. Such a treat is perfect for a festive dinner, offering gourmets a refined combination of tradition and culinary creativity.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 229.8
• Proteins: 16.7g
• Fats: 13.8g
• Carbohydrates: 10.3g

Ingredients

• Beef tongue: 1 pc
• Onion: 1 head
• Carrot: 1 pc
• Black peppercorns: 10 pc
• Bay leaf: 3 pc
• Salt: to taste
• Cranberry: 100 g
• Gelatin in plates: 3 pc
• Sugar: 3 tbsp
• Thyme leaves: 25 g

Cooking steps

1. For the jelly, soak the gelatin in a bowl of warm water for 15 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Gelatin in plates: 3 pieces

2. Squeeze juice from washed cranberries by hand, set aside, and place the remaining in a small saucepan, pour in a glass of hot water, add sugar, and let it boil for 5 minutes, lightly salt, and strain through a sieve.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cranberry: 100 g
   • Sugar: 3 tablespoons
   • Salt:  to taste

3. Add gelatin and thyme, heat well while stirring. Then mix with juice and pour into a mold (later it needs to be cut into squares with a knife) or into small portion molds. Let cool and place in the refrigerator until set.

   Required ingredients:

   • Gelatin in plates: 3 pieces
   • Thyme leaves: 25 g

4. Place the thoroughly washed tongue in a large pot, cover with water, put on the heat, and bring to a boil. Skim off the foam and reduce the heat to minimum.

   Required ingredients:

   • Beef tongue: 1 piece

5. Peel the onion and carrot, cut them in half, place them in a pot with the tongue, add bay leaf and salt with pepper. Let it cook for at least 2 hours.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 head
   • Carrot: 1 piece
   • Bay leaf: 3 pieces
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Black peppercorns: 10 pieces

6. When the tongue is boiled, remove it from the pot and place it under cold water for 5 minutes, then the skin will come off more easily.

7. Cut the cleaned tongue into slices.

8. Serve by placing a piece of jelly between 2 slices of tongue.