Birria Tacos
Birria Tacos are a tantalizing Mexican dish that combines tender, slow-cooked beef with crispy tortillas for an unforgettable culinary experience. Infused with rich spices and served with a savory dipping sauce, these tacos are perfect for family gatherings or casual weeknights. With their delectable flavors and satisfying crunch, Birria Tacos will have everyone coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 tacos 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs chuck roast
- 4 dried guajillo chiles
- 2 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 large onion
- 1 cup fresh cilantro
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- Juice of 2 limes
Instructions
- Remove stems and seeds from guajillo chiles; toast in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2 minutes.
- Blend toasted chiles, cumin, onion, garlic (to taste), and 2 cups of beef broth until smooth.
- Marinate the chuck roast in the blended marinade for at least 2 hours (or overnight) in the refrigerator.
- Cook the marinated roast with remaining marinade and another cup of beef broth in a pot over medium heat for about 3 hours until tender.
- Shred the meat using two forks and strain the cooking liquid.
- Dip corn tortillas into the strained broth, fill with shredded beef, and top with cilantro and onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, marinate overnight if time allows. Substitute beef with chicken or lamb for different tastes. Top tacos with avocado or queso fresco for added creaminess.