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Birria Tacos Recipe

Birria Tacos Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 tacos 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

Learn how to make delicious Birria Tacos at home with this easy-to-follow recipe. Tender beef simmered in a flavorful chili sauce, then stuffed into crispy tortillas and topped with cheese, onions, and cilantro. A Mexican favorite that’s perfect for any occasion!


Ingredients

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    For the Birria:

  • 3 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into large chunks
  • 5 dried guajillo chiles, stems and seeds removed
  • 2 dried ancho chiles, stems and seeds removed
  • 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 medium white onion, quartered
  • 5 cloves garlic
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • For Serving:

  • Corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded Oaxaca or mozzarella cheese
  • Chopped onion and cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chili Sauce: Simmer dried chiles in beef broth, then blend with onion, garlic, spices, and vinegar until smooth.
  2. Cook the Beef: Sear seasoned beef in a Dutch oven, pour in the chili sauce, broth, bay leaves, and cinnamon. Simmer for 3-4 hours until tender.
  3. Assemble Tacos: Dip tortillas in reserved fat, fill with shredded beef and cheese, fold, and pan-fry until crispy and cheese melts.
  4. Serve: Garnish tacos with onion, cilantro, and serve with lime wedges and consommé for dipping.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, make the birria a day ahead so the flavors deepen overnight.
  • You can use short ribs or goat meat instead of beef chuck if desired.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Braised and Pan-Fried
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg