How to Make Japanese Beef Tongue Stir-Fry - A Step-by-Step Guide

Japanese cuisine is known for its emphasis on fresh, high-quality ingredients and delicate flavors. One dish that showcases this culinary tradition is the Japanese Beef Tongue Stir-Fry. This dish is both mouthwateringly delicious and surprisingly simple to make, making it a great option for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Beef tongue, also known as gyutan in Japanese, is a popular ingredient in Japanese cuisine. It is both tender and flavorful, making it a versatile choice f...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon salt, or as needed
  • ½ pound beef tongue, very thinly sliced
  • 1 ½ teaspoons sesame oil, or as needed
  • 2 cloves garlic, sliced
  • 2 cups sliced spring onions
  • 1 tablespoon sake (Japanese rice wine)
  • ½ teaspoon dashi powder
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 13 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 33 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Rub 1 tablespoon salt onto beef tongue; place on a plate. Let sit until flavors combine, about 5 minutes.
  • Bring a pot of water to a boil. Dip beef tongue into boiling water with a slotted spoon for 30 seconds. Remove, draining excess water; transfer to a plate.
  • Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in onions; cook and stir until soft, 2 to 3 minutes. Add beef tongue and more sesame oil if needed; cook and stir until tongue is browned, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir sake, dashi powder, salt, and pepper into the skillet; simmer until flavors combine, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    141 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 47mg
    • Sodium: 1777mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 5g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 44mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 220mg