Aji de Lengua, recognized in Bolivia for its unparalleled flavor, combines tender pieces of tongue with a mix of spices and vegetables. A traditional preparation full of history and culinary tradition.
In this recipe, aji de lengua is a dish that blends intense flavors with smooth textures. It is a perfect choice for lovers of spicy and comforting food.
Without a doubt, an excellent option to surprise your loved ones on any special occasion.
Aji de Lengua
Ingredients
1 Beef tongue
½ Fresh medium cheese
8 White potatoes
1 pound of Soaked and peeled tunta
2 Onions
1 Tomato
1 Finely chopped parsley portion
2 cups of Peas
4 Peeled yellow chili pods
2 Chili pods cooked over the grill
1 pinch of Salt
Oil
1 teaspoon of Whole peppercorns
1 ½ teaspoon of Cumin
3 Garlic clove (charred over the grill)
1 Thinly sliced onion
½ Finely chopped tomato
1 pinch of Salt
1 A splash of oil
Preparation
Step 1 : To prepare this dish, it is recommended to start by properly cooking the tongue.
Step 2 : It's important to grip it at the top and tap the tip on a stone to remove excess fat.
Step 3 : Then, wash it thoroughly and place it in a pressure cooker with boiling water and salt, adding half of the seasonings.
Step 4 : Cook for about an hour and a half until the meat is tender and cooked through.
Step 5 : Once ready, peel and cut the tongue into medium diagonal pieces, reserving the broth.
Step 6 : To prepare the aji, sauté in a pan with hot oil the onion, parsley, oregano, peeled tomato scraped, peas, and the remaining seasonings.
Step 7 : Add a pinch of salt and the yellow chili, previously ground in a mortar with a bit of water, and pour in five ladles of the reserved tongue broth.
Step 8 : Cook until the peas are tender, then add the tongue and let simmer for ten minutes to blend the flavors.
Step 9 : Meanwhile, boil the potatoes in hot salted water.
Step 10 : Fill the soaked and peeled tunta with a slice of cheese and steam until cooked.
Step 11 : When serving, place the tongue with its juices and top with salsa, accompanied by two cheese-stuffed potatoes.
Step 12 : A delicious option to enjoy with family!
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