Description
Beef Birria Tacos are a mouthwatering Mexican delicacy that perfectly combines tender, slow-cooked beef with aromatic spices, all wrapped in warm corn tortillas. This recipe delivers an explosion of flavors that will transport your taste buds straight to Mexico. Each taco is best enjoyed with fresh cilantro, diced onions, and a side of savory consommé for dipping, making it ideal for family gatherings or cozy dinners at home. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can impress your guests with this comforting dish that captures the essence of traditional Mexican cuisine.
Ingredients
- Beef Chuck Roast
- Dried Guajillo Chiles
- Dried Ancho Chiles
- Onion
- Garlic Cloves
- Cumin Powder
- Oregano
- Beef Broth
- Lime Juice
- Corn Tortillas
- Cilantro and Onion (for garnish)
Instructions
- Remove stems and seeds from guajillo and ancho chiles; soak them in hot water for 15 minutes.
- In a blender, combine soaked chiles, onion, garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, and enough soaking liquid to form a smooth paste.
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, brown the beef chuck roast on all sides.
- Add the blended mixture and beef broth; bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for about two hours or until the meat is tender.
- Shred the beef using two forks and return it to the pot with some broth.
- Warm corn tortillas on a skillet; fill each with shredded beef and serve immediately with broth.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg