Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Birria and Birria Tacos Recipe, a culinary delight that promises to impress on any occasion. This dish features tender beef slow-cooked in a rich chili sauce, enveloped in crispy tortillas with melted cheese. Whether enjoyed as a hearty stew or transformed into mouthwatering tacos, each bite bursts with earthy, smoky, and spicy notes that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe is easily customizable to suit your preferences. With the option to prepare in advance, you can serve up a feast that elevates your meal experience effortlessly.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds boneless chuck roast
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- vegetable oil for searing
- 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
- 1 tablespoon cumin seeds (may sub 1 tsp ground)
- 1 tablespoon coriander seeds (may sub 1 tsp ground)
- 6 whole cloves (may sub 1/4 teaspoon ground)
- 4 bay leaves
- 1/2 cinnamon stick (broken up)
- 1 yellow onion (chopped)
- 8 cloves garlic (minced)
- 6 dried guajillo chiles (stems and seeds removed)
- 4 dried ancho chiles (stems and seeds removed)
- 1 chili de arbol (stems and seeds removed)
- 4 vine-ripe tomatoes (roughly chopped)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon granulated beef bouillon or better than bouillon
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon EACH smoked paprika and dried thyme
- 6 cups reduced sodium beef broth, divided
- 12–16 corn tortillas (preferably La Tortilla Factory)
- 12 ounces Oaxacan cheese (or Mozzarella, separated into strings)
- ½ white onion, chopped
- ¼ cup cilantro, minced
- 1–2 tablespoons lime juice
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- 1. Season chuck roast with salt and pepper; sear in a heavy-bottom pot until browned.
- 2. Blend toasted spices, dried chiles, tomatoes, vinegar, and broth until smooth; pour over seared meat.
- 3. Simmer covered on low heat for about 3 hours until fork-tender.
- 4. Shred meat and dip tortillas in consomé before filling with meat and cheese; fold.
- 5. Fry tacos in a skillet until crispy on both sides; serve with onion, cilantro, and lime.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow-cooking/Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg