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homemade birra tacos

Ultimate 2-hour Homemade Birra Tacos That Melt in Your Mouth

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Juicy, flavorful birria tacos made with tender beef and a rich, spiced broth.

  • Total Time: 3 hrs 20 mins
  • Yield: 12 tacos 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cubed
  • 4 dried guajillo chilies
  • 2 dried ancho chilies
  • 1 white onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

Instructions

  1. Toast dried chilies in a dry pan until fragrant, then soak in hot water for 10 minutes.
  2. Blend soaked chilies, onion, garlic, cumin, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper into a smooth paste.
  3. Sear beef cubes in oil until browned, then add the chili paste and beef broth.
  4. Simmer covered for 3 hours until beef is tender.
  5. Shred the beef and dip tortillas in the broth before frying.
  6. Fill tortillas with shredded beef, fold, and fry until crispy.
  7. Serve with cilantro, lime, and extra broth for dipping.

Notes

  • Use leftover broth as a dipping sauce (consommé).
  • For extra flavor, add a cinnamon stick while simmering.
  • Corn tortillas work best for crispiness.
  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 hrs
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Halal

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg