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Birria Tacos

Birria tacos are a culinary delight featuring slow-cooked beef enveloped in crispy tortillas, served with a rich consomé for dipping.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 lbs beef chuck roast
  • 6 pieces dried guajillo chiles
  • 3 pieces dried ancho chiles
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 piece onion, chopped
  • 2 pieces bay leaves
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • Oaxacan cheese, shredded (or cheese of your choice)
  • Corn tortillas
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Lime wedges

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Soak the guajillo and ancho chiles in hot water until they have softened, about 20 minutes.
  2. Once softened, drain the chiles and blend them with garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Cooking
  1. In a large pot, sear the beef chuck roast on all sides until browned.
  2. Add the blended sauce to the pot, ensuring the beef is fully covered. Toss in the bay leaves.
  3. Reduce the heat, cover, and cook for 2-3 hours until the beef is fork-tender and easily shreddable.
  4. Strain the broth to create a rich consomé for dipping later.
Final Touch
  1. In a hot skillet, lightly fry the corn tortillas until they start to crisp.
  2. Fill each tortilla with shredded beef and Oaxacan cheese, folding them over and cooking until crispy and golden.
  3. Serve your tacos topped with fresh cilantro and lime wedges, alongside a bowl of consomé for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1g

Notes

Consider serving these tacos alongside Mexican rice or refried beans, and adding sliced radishes, crema, or avocado for a fresh contrast.

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