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Favorite Birria Tacos

Indulge in savory, tender beef wrapped in crispy corn tortillas, served with flavorful consomé for dipping. These tacos are the perfect crowd-pleaser for any occasion!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the beef filling
  • 2 lbs beef (chuck or brisket)
  • 3 pieces dried guajillo chiles
  • 2 pieces dried ancho chiles
  • 1 whole onion, quartered
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For serving
  • Corn tortillas
  • Oaxacan cheese (or any melting cheese)
  • Fresh cilantro and onion for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Soak the guajillo and ancho chiles in hot water for about 15 minutes until softened.
  2. In a blender, combine the soaked chiles, onion, garlic, cumin, oregano, and some beef broth. Blend until smooth.
  3. In a pot, sear the beef until browned. Then, add the blended sauce and the remaining broth. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Cover and braise on low heat for about 3 hours until the beef is tender.
Assembly
  1. Remove the beef and shred it. Strain the consomé and reserve.
  2. To fry the tacos, heat a skillet and lightly fry the corn tortillas. Add shredded beef and cheese, fold, and cook until crispy.
  3. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro, onion, and lime, with a side of consomé for dipping.

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for about 3 days; beef and tortillas should be stored separately to maintain crispiness. For a vegetarian option, swap beef for jackfruit or mushrooms.