Homemade Birria Tacos: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe You Need to Try
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Total Time: 0 hours
Ingredients
- 3 lbs beef chuck roast
- 2 dried guajillo chilies
- 2 dried ancho chilies
- 1 onion, quartered
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Corn tortillas
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
- Sliced radishes (optional, for garnish)
- Onion, diced (for topping)
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to create delicious Homemade Birria Tacos:
- Prepare the Chilies: Remove stems and seeds from the guajillo and ancho chilies. Soak them in hot water for about 15 minutes until softened.
- Blend the Sauce: In a blender, combine the softened chilies, quartered onion, minced garlic, beef broth, apple cider vinegar, cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- Sear the Meat: Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the beef chuck roast on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Combine Ingredients: Once the meat is browned, pour the chili sauce over it. Add more beef broth if necessary to ensure the meat is mostly submerged.
- Cook the Meat: Cover and simmer on low heat or transfer to a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C). Cook for about 2 hours or until the meat is tender enough to shred easily.
- Shred the Beef: Remove the beef from the pot and let it cool for a few minutes. Shred the meat using two forks.
- Strain the Consommé: Strain the remaining broth in a separate bowl to use later for dipping.
- Warm the Tortillas: In a dry skillet, heat corn tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side until warm and pliable.
- Assemble the Tacos: Fill the warm tortillas with shredded beef and top with diced onion and fresh cilantro.
- Serve: Serve your Homemade Birria Tacos with a side of the flavorful broth as a dipping sauce.
Each of these steps is crucial for achieving the ultimate taste experience. Follow them closely to create tacos that are simply magnificent!