Savory Beef Birria Tacos Recipe
If you're looking for a dish that will elevate your taco night, beef birria tacos are the answer. These tacos are not just any ordinary beef tacos; they're filled with tender, flavorful meat that's been slow-cooked to perfection.
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Servings: 6
Calories: 360kcal
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast cut into chunks
- 1 onion quartered
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 3 dried guajillo chiles stemmed and seeded
- 2 dried ancho chiles stemmed and seeded
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Corn tortillas
- Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
- Diced onions for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Chiles: In a dry skillet, toast the guajillo and ancho chiles for a few minutes until fragrant. Soak them in hot water for about 10 minutes until softened.3 dried guajillo chiles, 2 dried ancho chiles
- Make the Marinade: In a blender, combine soaked chiles, onion, garlic, cumin, oregano, and beef broth. Blend until smooth.1 onion, 4 cloves garlic, 2 cups beef broth, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon oregano
- Cook the Beef: In a large pot, add the beef chunks and pour the marinade over the top. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for about 2-3 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily shredded.2 lbs beef chuck roast, Salt and pepper to taste
- Prepare Tacos: Remove the beef from the pot and shred it. Heat corn tortillas on a skillet until warm. Fill each tortilla with shredded beef.Corn tortillas
- Serve: Garnish the tacos with chopped cilantro and diced onions. Serve with a side of consomé for dipping and lime wedges for squeezing over the top.Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish, Diced onions for garnish, Lime wedges for serving
Nutrition
Calories: 360kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 20g