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Beef Birria Tacos


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  • Author: Jennifer
  • Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6

Description

Beef Birria Tacos are a savory delight that will transport your taste buds to the heart of Mexico. This recipe features succulent beef slow-cooked in a rich, aromatic sauce made from dried guajillo chiles and spices. Each taco is filled with tender meat, garnished with fresh cilantro and onions, and served with a flavorful consommé for dipping. Perfect for any gathering or a comforting night in, these tacos promise to impress everyone at the table. Enjoy them with a squeeze of lime for an added burst of freshness!


Ingredients

  • Bone-in chuck roast
  • Dried guajillo chiles
  • Fresh garlic
  • Cumin seeds
  • Corn tortillas
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Onions

Instructions

  1. Trim and cut the chuck roast into large chunks, season with salt and pepper, then brown in a pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Toast the guajillo chiles in another pot until fragrant, soak in hot water for 15 minutes, then blend with garlic and cumin until smooth.
  3. Combine the sauce with the browned meat and enough broth to cover; bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 2–3 hours until tender.
  4. Shred the meat and mix it back into the sauce.
  5. Heat corn tortillas on a skillet until pliable, fill them with shredded beef, garnish with cilantro and onions, and serve.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg