Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering experience of My Fave Birria Tacos, where tender, slow-braised beef meets rich spices and melted Oaxacan cheese, all wrapped in crispy corn tortillas. These authentic tacos are served with a flavorful consomé for dipping, making every bite an explosion of taste. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners at home, this recipe combines comfort and culinary delight, ensuring satisfaction for everyone at the table. With straightforward preparation steps and customizable ingredients, you can easily create this delicious dish to impress your guests or simply treat yourself to a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs organic chuck roast
- 4 dried guajillo peppers
- 4 dried ancho chiles
- 1 onion
- 4 garlic cloves
- 12 organic corn tortillas
- Shredded Oaxaca cheese
- Fresh cilantro
- Pico de Gallo
Instructions
- Soak guajillo and ancho chiles in hot water for 15 minutes. Blend with onion, garlic, crushed tomatoes, beef stock, apple cider vinegar, bay leaves, and spices until smooth.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Season chuck roast with salt and pepper; brown on all sides (5-7 minutes).
- Add the blended sauce to the pot and simmer on low heat for about 150 minutes until the beef is tender.
- Shred beef using two forks. Heat corn tortillas in a skillet until warmed through. Fill each tortilla with shredded beef and Oaxaca cheese; cook until crispy.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with Pico de Gallo on the side.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 150 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Braising
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 75mg