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Birria Tacos

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Birria Tacos feature tender, slow-cooked beef stewed in rich, aromatic Mexican spices, served in crispy tortillas dipped in flavorful consommé for an irresistible, authentic taste.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into chunks
  • 4 dried guajillo chiles, stemmed and seeded
  • 2 dried ancho chiles, stemmed and seeded
  • 1 dried pasilla chile, stemmed and seeded
  • 1 white onion, quartered
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Corn tortillas
  • Chopped white onion and fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • Lime wedges, for serving
  • Queso fresco or shredded cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Toast the dried chiles lightly in a hot skillet until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Then soak them in hot water for 15 minutes until softened.
  2. In a blender, combine softened chiles, onion, garlic, beef broth, apple cider vinegar, oregano, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth to make the marinade.
  3. Place beef chunks in a large bowl or pot and pour the marinade over the meat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
  4. Transfer the beef and marinade to a slow cooker. Add bay leaves. Cook on low for 8 hours or until the beef is tender and shreds easily.
  5. Remove the beef from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks. Strain the cooking liquid to use as a consommé for dipping.
  6. Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Dip tortillas briefly into the consommé, then cook on the skillet until crispy and slightly browned.
  7. Fill the tortillas with shredded beef and cheese if using. Fold and cook for another minute to melt the cheese.
  8. Serve the tacos hot, garnished with chopped onion, cilantro, and lime wedges, with a side of consommé for dipping.

Notes

For an extra kick, serve birria tacos with a spicy salsa or hot sauce. Leftover consommé can be used as a flavorful broth for soups.

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