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My Fave Birria Tacos

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings 6 servings
Calories 600
These delicious birria tacos are packed with flavor and perfect for any occasion. Enjoy tender beef in a rich, spicy broth wrapped in warm tortillas.

Ingredients

Chili Paste

  • 4 pieces dried guajillo peppers
  • 4 pieces dried ancho chiles
  • 4 pieces chipotle peppers in adobo
  • 1 cup crushed tomatoes
  • 0.5 cup organic beef stock (can substitute with water)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 pieces bay leaves
  • 2 tablespoons mexican oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 0.5 teaspoon cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 3 pounds organic chuck roast beef (chopped into medium-large chunks)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 onion diced onion
  • 4 cups organic beef stock
  • 2 cups water
  • 12 pieces organic corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded oaxaca cheese
  • 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 cup pico de gallo

Instructions 

  • Make the chili paste by soaking dried chiles in beef stock, then blend with remaining ingredients until smooth.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Sear beef in olive oil, seasoning with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Sauté onions, add chili paste, beef stock, and water. Stir in seared beef and simmer.
  • Braise in the oven for 2.5 hours until beef is tender. Shred the meat.
  • Assemble tacos with tortillas, beef, onions, cilantro, and cheese. Serve with dipping sauce.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the beef marinate in the chili paste overnight.
Calories: 600kcal
Cost: $25
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: beef