Birria Tacos
Birria tacos are a flavorful celebration of tender, slow-cooked meat enveloped in warm corn tortillas. This dish combines rich spices and a savory broth, making every bite a memorable experience. Perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners, birria tacos not only satisfy your cravings but also evoke fond memories of family and friends coming together. With straightforward preparation and delicious results, you’ll be the culinary star at your next meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs chuck roast
- 4 dried guajillo peppers
- 2 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 12 corn tortillas
- 4 cups beef broth (low-sodium)
- Juice of 2 limes
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- Rehydrate guajillo peppers in hot water until soft. Blend with garlic, cumin seeds, and a cup of beef broth until smooth.
- Sear the chuck roast chunks in a large pot over medium-high heat until browned on all sides.
- Add chopped onion, minced garlic, bay leaves, and the blended marinade to the pot. Pour in remaining beef broth and bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 3 hours until the meat is fork-tender.
- Shred the meat and reserve some broth for dipping.
- Warm tortillas over direct flame or in a skillet. Fill each with shredded meat and top with cilantro and onions. Serve with lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - Marinate the meat overnight for enhanced flavor. - Experiment with different meats like lamb or variations of spices for unique flavors. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently.