My Fave Birria Tacos
My Fave Birria Tacos are a flavorful journey of tender, slow-cooked beef infused with rich spices and melted cheese, all enveloped in warm corn tortillas. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home, these tacos invite you to indulge in a robust dipping sauce of consommé, making them an unforgettable experience for your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast
- 4 dried guajillo chiles
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 8 corn tortillas
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chiles: Remove stems and seeds from guajillo chiles. Soak them in hot water for about 15 minutes until softened.
- Blend the Sauce: In a blender, combine soaked chiles, garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, and beef broth. Blend until smooth.
- Cook the Beef: Sear the beef chuck roast in a large pot over medium heat until browned on all sides.
- Combine Ingredients: Pour the blended sauce over the seared beef and bring to a simmer. Cover and reduce heat to low.
- Slow Cook: Cook for about 3 hours or until the beef is fork-tender.
- Assemble Tacos: Shred the beef using two forks and fill warm corn tortillas with the meat. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (198g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, marinate the beef overnight with spices before cooking. - Substitute chicken or lamb for a different twist on this classic dish. - Serve with a side of consommé for an authentic birria experience.