Description
Learn how to make delicious Birria Tacos at home with this easy recipe. Tender and flavorful shredded beef loaded into corn tortillas and served with a rich consomme for dipping.
Ingredients
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For the Birria:
- 3 lbs beef chuck roast
- 1 onion, chopped
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 dried guajillo chilies
- 2 dried ancho chilies
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Serving:
- Corn tortillas
- Chopped fresh cilantro
- Diced onions
- Lime wedges
- Sliced radishes
Instructions
- Prepare the Chilies: Remove stems and seeds from dried chilies, then toast in a dry skillet until fragrant. Soak in hot water for 20 minutes.
- Blend: In a blender, combine soaked chilies, garlic, oregano, cumin, and some of the soaking liquid to make a smooth paste.
- Season and Cook: Season beef with salt and pepper, then sear in a hot pot. Add onions, chili paste, and enough water to cover. Simmer until beef is tender.
- Shred the Beef: Remove beef, shred with forks, and return to the pot to cook until the sauce thickens.
- Assemble Tacos: Fill corn tortillas with beef, fold, and cook on a skillet until crispy. Serve with consomme and garnishes.
Notes
- You can also use a combination of beef cuts for added flavor.
- Adjust the spiciness by adding more or fewer chilies.
- Don’t skip dipping the tacos in the consomme for the full experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
