Tongue

Meat

Tongue

Reindeer tongue is silky after long simmering and peeling—mild fine slices for cold plates, tacos or warm sauces. Cook tender in aromatics, peel while warm, slice thin. A classic thrift luxury in Sámi, Nordic and Arctic cookery.

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Preparations

BraisedCookedFreshGrilledPeeledPreparedPressedRoastedSliced

Traits

Butcher CutCulinary PartPeel After SimmerSlicedTongueVersatile

Nutrition and pairings

Nutrition

Typical values per 100 g edible portion. Nutrient names open the reference page.

Nutrition Facts

Per 100 g edible portion

Calories 234

Amount per 100 g

  • Total Fat 19.4 g
  • Saturated Fat 4.77 g
  • Trans Fat 0.2 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat 5.1 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat 0.98 g
  • Cholesterol 88.6 mg
  • Sodium 61.2 mg
  • Salt 0.15 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 0 g
  • Dietary Fibre 0 g
  • Total Sugars 0 g
  • Complex / starch 0 g
  • Protein 20.6 g
  • Water 57.2 g
Detailed nutrients

Tongue is a fatty muscle with rich collagen when slow-cooked.

History

Nordic fine dining showcased rare reindeer cuts with foraged berries; tongue of reindeer took a named place in that kitchen trade.

Nordic trade moved reindeer meat and hides south from herding regions. Cooks treated tongue of reindeer as a cut with its own timing and sides.

As reindeer cookery specialised, tongue was portioned and sold ready for the pan. Nordic fine dining showcased rare reindeer cuts with foraged berries.

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