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Birria Tacos Recipe

Author: Zaina Hill
These flavorful tacos combine tender meat with rich, spicy broth, perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 8 tacos
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 7-8 cups Hot water
  • 4 lbs Chuck roast, cut into 4 large chunks
  • 2 lbs Short ribs or back ribs, bone in
  • 1 large White onion, cut in half crosswise
  • 1 bulb Garlic, top cut off
  • 1 Carrot, cut in half crosswise and into quarters
  • 5 dried Bay leaves
  • 8 Guajillo chiles, stems cut off and seeds removed
  • 3 tablespoon Chicken bouillon
  • 1-2 teaspoon Chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon Mexican oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 14-16 White corn tortillas
  • 2 cups Quesadilla cheese or other melting cheese
  • Fresh cilantro, diced, for garnish
  • Fresh lime juice, for garnish
  • White onion, diced, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot, add the meat, onion, garlic, carrots, bay leaves, and dried chiles. Cover with 7-8 cups of hot water.
  • Add chicken bouillon, oregano, cumin, and salt. Stir and bring to a boil.
  • Boil for 30 minutes, then skim the surface to remove impurities.
  • Remove softened peppers, onion, garlic, and carrots. Blend until smooth, adding broth as needed for consistency.
  • If needed, strain the blended mixture back into the pot and season with chili powder.
  • Cover the pot and simmer for about 3 hours or until meat is fork-tender.
  • Remove meat and chop into small pieces for tacos.
  • Heat a griddle on medium. Dip tortillas in reserved grease and warm on griddle.
  • Top each tortilla with chopped meat and cheese, then fold and cook until crisp and golden on both sides.
  • Serve tacos with a bowl of the flavorful broth and garnish with diced onions and cilantro.

Notes

  • Keep It Low and Slow: Allow meat to simmer for 3 hours for tenderness.
  • Use quality tortillas for best flavor.
  • Save broth for dipping or as a base for soups.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
Keyword Birria Tacos
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