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Birria Tacos recipe: A close-up of crispy birria tacos filled with tender, shredded beef and melty cheese, garnished with cilantro, onion, and a wedge of lime on the side, with a bowl of consomé for dipping.

Birria Tacos Recipe

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Birria Tacos Recipe is a delicious fusion of tender, spiced meat and crispy, cheesy tortillas, served with a rich dipping consomé for an unforgettable flavor experience.
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CourseSide Dish
CuisineAmerican, Mexican
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time3 hours
Assembly Time15 minutes
Total Time3 hours 30 minutes
Servings10 Servings
Calories250kcal

Ingredients

For the Birria:

  • 3 lbs beef chuck short ribs, or goat (cut into chunks)
  • 4 dried guajillo chiles
  • 2 dried ancho chiles
  • 2 dried chiles de arbol optional, for spice
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic peeled
  • 2 tomatoes chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Mexican oregano
  • 1 cinnamon stick Mexican cinnamon preferred
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Tacos:

  • 2 cups Oaxacan cheese or mozzarella shredded
  • Corn tortillas
  • Fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 lime cut into wedges

For the Consomé (Broth):

  • 1-2 cups of reserved broth from the birria
  • 1 tablespoon cilantro chopped
  • 1 small onion minced
  • 1 lime squeezed
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Birria:

  • Firstly, bring the beef to room temperature and season generously with salt and pepper.
  • So, heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add oil and sear the meat in batches for about 3 minutes per side. Remove the meat and set it aside.
  • Then, in the same pot, add the dried guajillo, ancho, and arbol chiles, chopped onion, tomatoes, garlic, cumin, oregano, and cinnamon stick. Pour in the beef broth and bring it to a simmer for 20 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.
  • Afterward, transfer the softened vegetables and chiles to a blender, along with some of the broth. Blend until smooth, then pour the sauce back into the pot with the meat.
  • Finally, bring it to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 3-3.5 hours until the meat is tender and shreds easily.

Shred the Meat:

  • At first, remove the meat from the pot and set it aside to cool slightly.
  • So, shred the meat using two forks.
  • Then, strain the sauce (consomé) into a separate bowl, discarding the solids, and set the broth aside for later use.

Prepare the Tacos:

  • Firstly, heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  • So, dip each corn tortilla into the top layer of the reserved consomé to soak up some of the flavorful fat.
  • Then, add the tortilla to the hot skillet and cook until it becomes slightly crispy on one side.
  • Afterward, flip the tortilla and add a handful of shredded meat and a small handful of shredded cheese on top. Fold the tortilla into a taco shape.
  • Also, cook the taco on both sides until golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Serve:

  • Finally, transfer the tacos to a plate. Serve with fresh cilantro, lime wedges, and a small bowl of consomé for dipping.

Notes

Pair these tacos with a side of Mexican rice, beans, or a simple avocado salad.
Serve with a cold Mexican soda or agua fresca for the perfect meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Taco | Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 46mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g
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