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Beef Birria Tacos

Beef Birria Tacos are a delicious and hearty dish that blends tender beef, savory spices, and gooey cheese wrapped in warm tortillas.

  • Total Time: 510 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 3 dried guajillo chiles
  • 2 dried ancho chiles
  • 1 onion, quartered
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (like Oaxaca or mozzarella)
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. In a pot, soak the dried chiles in hot water until softened.
  2. Blend softened chiles with onion, garlic, cumin, oregano, and a bit of beef broth until smooth.
  3. In a slow cooker, combine the beef, blended sauce, remaining beef broth, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Cook on low for 8 hours until the beef is tender.
  4. Remove beef, shred it, and strain the broth.
  5. Heat a skillet over medium heat, dip tortillas in the broth, and place a scoop of beef and cheese in the center. Fold the tortilla and cook until crispy and cheese is melted.
  6. Serve with consommé for dipping and garnish with cilantro and lime.

Notes

Make sure to soak the chiles until very soft for a smooth sauce. You can also brown the beef for richer flavor.

  • Author: jessica-baker
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 480 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Carnivore

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 37g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: beef tacos, birria tacos, Mexican cuisine, comfort food