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Beef Birria Tacos

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Beef Birria Tacos are a flavorful and comforting Mexican dish that combines tender, slow-cooked beef with vibrant spices, all wrapped in warm corn tortillas.

  • Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6 (12 tacos) 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast
  • 3 dried guajillo chiles
  • 2 dried ancho chiles
  • 1 onion, quartered
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • Corn tortillas
  • Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
  • Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Remove stems and seeds from dried chiles; soak them in hot water for about 15 minutes.
  2. Blend soaked chiles with onion, garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, and one cup of soaking liquid until smooth.
  3. In a large pot or Dutch oven, place the chuck roast and pour the blended sauce over it. Add enough water to cover the meat.
  4. Cover and simmer on low heat for about three hours or until the meat is fork-tender. Alternatively, cook in a slow cooker on low for six hours.
  5. Shred the cooked beef using two forks and return it to the pot to soak up the broth.
  6. Warm corn tortillas on a skillet; fill each tortilla with shredded beef and garnish with chopped onions and cilantro.
  7. Serve with consomé on the side for dipping.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 180 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos (180g)
  • Calories: 410
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg