Ingredients
– 3 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into large chunks
– 1 onion, quartered
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 3 dried guajillo chilies
– 2 dried ancho chilies
– 1 tablespoon cumin
– 1 tablespoon oregano
– 1 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
– 6 cups beef broth or water
– Corn tortillas
– Chopped fresh cilantro
– Diced onions
– Lime wedges
– Salsa for topping
Instructions
Creating my fave birria tacos is an enjoyable process. Simply follow these easy steps:
1. Prepare the Chilies: In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast guajillo and ancho chilies for about 3-4 minutes, turning them occasionally. Remove seeds and stems.
2. Blend the Sauce: In a blender, combine toasted chilies, quartered onion, minced garlic, cumin, oregano, black pepper, salt, and apple cider vinegar. Add 1 cup of beef broth to help blend until smooth.
3. Prepare the Meat: In a large pot or dutch oven, place the beef chunks. Pour the blended sauce over the meat, ensuring even coverage.
4. Add Broth: Add the remaining beef broth or water until the meat is covered. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
5. Simmer: Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 3 hours, or until the meat is tender and easily shredded.
6. Shred the Meat: Once cooked, remove the beef from the pot and shred it with two forks. Reserve the cooking liquid (consomme) for serving.
7. Prepare the Tortillas: Heat corn tortillas in a dry skillet until warm and slightly crispy.
8. Assemble Tacos: Place a generous portion of shredded beef onto each tortilla. Top with chopped cilantro and diced onions.
9. Serving Consomme: Serve tacos with the reserved consomme on the side for dipping.
10. Garnish: Add lime wedges and desired salsa for an extra flavor burst.
These simple steps will guide you to create my fave birria tacos filled with flavor and tenderness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 30g