Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of authentic Birria Tacos, a traditional Mexican dish that promises to tantalize your taste buds with every bite. These tacos are filled with succulent, slow-cooked beef marinated in a fragrant blend of spices and herbs, all encased in warm corn tortillas. Topped with fresh onions and cilantro and served alongside a rich dipping sauce, each taco offers a delightful explosion of taste that evokes comfort and joy. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy dinners at home, this easy-to-follow recipe ensures you can enjoy restaurant-quality Birria Tacos right from your kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 3 lbs Beef Chuck Roast
- Dried Guajillo Chiles
- Dried Ancho Chiles
- 6 Garlic Cloves
- 2 tsp Cumin Seeds
- 4 cups Beef Broth
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the beef chuck roast and cut it into large chunks. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, toast guajillo and ancho chiles for 2–3 minutes until fragrant. Soak in hot water for 15 minutes to soften.
- Blend soaked chiles, garlic cloves, cumin seeds, and beef broth until smooth.
- In a pot or Dutch oven, combine beef chunks with the blended sauce. Cover and simmer on low heat for about three hours until tender.
- Shred the beef using two forks and return it to the pot to soak up more flavor.
- Warm corn tortillas and fill them with shredded beef. Top with chopped onions and cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg