My Fave Birria Tacos
Experience the vibrant flavors of My Fave Birria Tacos, featuring tender, slow-cooked beef marinated in a rich blend of spices. Nestled in warm corn tortillas and garnished with fresh cilantro and lime, these tacos are perfect for any gathering or cozy night in. Serve alongside a flavorful consomé for dipping to elevate your taco experience!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 (12 tacos) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lbs bone-in beef chuck roast
- 4 dried guajillo peppers, soaked
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 4 cups beef broth
- 12 corn tortillas (fresh preferred)
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- Juice of 2 limes (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Meat: Trim excess fat from the beef and cut it into large chunks. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- Blend the Spice Mix: In a blender, combine soaked guajillo peppers, onion, garlic, cumin, oregano, and 2 cups of beef broth. Blend until smooth.
- Cook the Beef: Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear meat chunks until browned on all sides.
- Add Broth and Spice Mix: Pour in the blended spice mix and remaining beef broth. Simmer covered on low heat for about 3 hours until tender.
- Shred the Meat: Remove beef from pot and shred using two forks; return to pot to absorb juices.
- Assemble Your Tacos: Warm tortillas on a skillet. Fill each with shredded meat, top with cilantro and lime juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg