Description
Savor the rich flavors of homemade Birria Tacos, a beloved Mexican dish that brings warmth and joy to any gathering. These tacos feature tender, slow-cooked beef marinated in a vibrant blend of spices and chiles, all encased in crispy tortillas filled with melted cheese. Served alongside a savory consommé for dipping, each bite is a delightful explosion of flavor that will have your taste buds dancing. Whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a festive celebration, these Birria Tacos are sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pounds beef chuck roast
- 10 guajillo chiles
- 5 ancho chiles
- 3 arbol chiles
- 2 Roma tomatoes
- 1 white onion
- 6 garlic cloves
- Oaxacan cheese
- Corn tortillas
Instructions
- Prepare the chiles by removing stems and seeds, then toast them in a skillet until fragrant. Blend with tomatoes, onion, garlic, vinegar, and spices with some beef broth.
- In a Dutch oven, brown the beef chuck roast on all sides. Pour in the blended chile mixture and remaining broth, along with bay leaves. Simmer on low heat for 8 hours until tender.
- Shred the beef in the pot using two forks. Heat tortillas in a frying pan, fill each with shredded beef and cheese, then fold to form tacos.
- Serve hot with a side of warm consommé for dipping.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (150g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg