Birria Tacos
Birria tacos are a culinary delight that combines tender, slow-cooked meat with soft tortillas, creating a mouthwatering experience. With rich flavors and an irresistible aroma, these tacos are perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in. This recipe is easy to follow and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. Serve them with fresh toppings and flavorful broth for an unforgettable meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs chuck roast
- 4 dried guajillo peppers
- 4 cloves fresh garlic
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 large onion, chopped
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 12 corn tortillas
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: Blend guajillo peppers, garlic, cumin, and salt until smooth.
- Sear the Meat: Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat and sear the chuck roast until browned on all sides.
- Add Aromatics: Incorporate chopped onions and bay leaves into the pot. Pour in enough water (or beef broth) to cover the meat.
- Slow Cook: Cover and simmer on low heat for 3-4 hours until the meat is fork-tender.
- Shred and Assemble: Remove the meat, shred it with forks, fill warmed tortillas, and top with cilantro and onions.
- Serve: Accompany with consommé for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg