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Birria Tacos

Tender, slow-cooked meat wrapped in warm tortillas, served with a savory consomé. A delightful Mexican classic for any occasion.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: birria, tacos, Mexican food, comfort food, slow-cooked meat
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast
  • 1 lb lamb optional
  • 4 dried guajillo peppers
  • 2 dried ancho peppers
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 2 tsp oregano
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Corn tortillas
  • Fresh cilantro chopped
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

  • Soak the dried peppers in hot water for 15 minutes until softened.
  • Drain the peppers and blend them with garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, and 1 cup of water until smooth.
  • In a large pot, heat some oil over medium heat and sear the beef and lamb on all sides.
  • Pour the blended sauce over the meat and add the bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
  • Cover the pot and let it simmer on low heat for about 2.5 hours or until the meat is tender.
  • Remove the meat from the pot and shred it with forks.
  • Strain the remaining liquid to create a flavorful consomé.
  • Warm the corn tortillas on a skillet.
  • Assemble the tacos by adding shredded meat and topping with cilantro.
  • Serve the tacos with a side of consomé for dipping.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 25g | Fiber: 5g