Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexico with these Authentic Beef Birria Tacos. Each taco is filled with tender, slow-cooked beef marinated in a rich blend of spices, enveloped in warm corn tortillas. Served alongside a flavorful consomé for dipping, these tacos offer an explosion of taste that is both comforting and satisfying. Customize your tacos with fresh toppings like cilantro and diced onions to enhance each bite. Perfect for gatherings or cozy family dinners, this recipe promises to transport you to the heart of Mexican cuisine with every delicious mouthful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast
- 4 dried guajillo chiles
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 2 bay leaves
- Corn tortillas
- Chopped onions (for topping)
- Fresh cilantro (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: Remove stems and seeds from guajillo chiles. Soak in hot water for 15 minutes, then blend with garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Marinate the Beef: Cut beef into chunks and combine with marinade. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
- Cook the Beef: In a pot over medium-high heat, sear beef chunks until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Add bay leaves and enough water to cover the meat completely.
- Simmer Slowly: Cover and reduce heat to low; let it simmer for about 3 hours until fork-tender, stirring occasionally.
- Shred and Assemble: Remove beef from broth, shred with forks, warm tortillas in a skillet, fill each tortilla with shredded beef, and serve immediately alongside consomé.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg