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Definition
Ox tongue or beef tongue, used as food.
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How it's used
Ox tongue is a common ingredient in Hong Kong style western restaurants and cha chaan tengs, often served as a thick slice in sandwiches or curry dishes. It is prized for its tender texture when cooked properly, which is quite different from the tougher cuts of beef. Unlike some other organ meats, it is widely accepted and enjoyed by most people in the city.
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The braised ox tongue at this restaurant is very flavorful.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 牛脷酥, which is a deep fried pastry shaped like an ox tongue but contains no meat at all. Learners sometimes mistakenly assume the pastry is made from or flavored with actual tongue.
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