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Birria Tacos

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These Birria Tacos are incredibly flavorful and savory, featuring tender, slow-cooked beef in a rich broth, served in crispy tortillas dipped in the same consommé. A perfect combination of textures and tastes that will leave you craving more!

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into large cubes
  • 4 dried guajillo chiles, stemmed and seeded
  • 2 dried ancho chiles, stemmed and seeded
  • 2 tomatoes
  • 1 white onion, quartered
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded Oaxaca cheese
  • Cilantro and diced onion, for garnish
  • Oil for cooking

Instructions

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, sear the beef chuck roast in oil over medium-high heat until browned on all sides. Remove from pot and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add the guajillo and ancho chiles, tomatoes, onion, and garlic. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the oregano, cumin, cinnamon, cloves, bay leaves, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
  4. Return the beef to the pot. Add enough water to cover the beef and vegetables.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 3-4 hours, or until the beef is very tender and easily shredded.
  6. Remove the beef from the pot and shred it using two forks. Strain the broth and discard the solids.
  7. Dip each tortilla into the broth, then fill with shredded beef and Oaxaca cheese.
  8. Heat a lightly oiled skillet over medium heat. Cook the tacos until the tortillas are crispy and the cheese is melted, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  9. Garnish with cilantro and diced onion. Serve immediately with the remaining broth for dipping.

Notes

Serve with lime wedges for a burst of citrus to balance the richness of the birria. You can also add a dollop of sour cream or Mexican crema for extra creaminess.

Find it online: https://delilita.com/birria-tacos/