Description

Birria tacos are crispy, cheesy tacos filled with slow-braised meat soaked in a rich, spicy broth called consomé, native to Jalisco, Mexico.

Ingredients

lbs beef chuck roast (or preferred meat)
dried guajillo chilies
dried ancho chilies
dried pasilla chilies
cloves garlic
tsp cumi
tsp oregano
stick of cinnamo
whole cloves
/4 cup apple cider vinegar
cups beef broth
Corn tortillas
Oaxaca cheese (or mozzarella)

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Instructions

Prepare birria marinade by toasting, soaking, and blending chilies with spices and vinegar
Marinate meat with the sauce for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight
Cook meat using stovetop, slow cooker, or Instant Pot until tender
Make consomé by straining cooking liquid, skimming fat, and adjusting seasoning
Assemble tacos with meat and cheese, fry until crispy, serve hot with consomé

Notes

Adjust spice levels according to preference.

Fresh lime, onions, and cilantro can enhance the consomé.

Prep Time: 4 hours (plus marinating time)
Cook Time: 3-8 hours (depending on method)
Category: Dinner
Method: Braising
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 taco
Calories: 300 kcal
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 500 mg
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 7 g
Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 20 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 18 g
Cholesterol: 75 mg