Birria Tacos

Indulge in the rich, smoky flavors of authentic Birria Tacos, a Mexican street food sensation that's taken the culinary world by storm. Made with tender, slow-simmered beef chuck roast and a bold blend of dried guajillo, ancho, and chipotle chiles, these tacos are infused with aromatic spices like cinnamon, cumin, and oregano for a deeply satisfying taste. Each corn tortilla is dunked in the vibrant birria sauce, filled with juicy shredded beef and gooey melted Oaxaca or Monterey Jack cheese, then cooked to irresistible crisp perfection. Garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime, and served with a side of savory consommé for dipping, these tacos are a showstopping combination of textures and flavors. Perfect for gatherings or taco night, this recipe brings the bold, comforting tastes of Mexican cuisine straight to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:225 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Beef chuck roast
• 5 pieces Dried guajillo chiles
• 3 pieces Dried ancho chiles
• 2 pieces Dried chipotle chiles
• 1 large White onion
• 4 pieces Garlic cloves
• 1 piece Cinnamon stick
• 2 pieces Bay leaves
• 5 pieces Whole cloves
• 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 4 cups Beef broth
• 12 pieces Corn tortillas
• 2 cups Oaxaca cheese (or Monterey Jack)
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
• 2 pieces Lime
• 1 to taste Salt
• 1 to taste Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Oil (vegetable or olive)

Directions

Step 1

Start by prepping the chiles. Remove the stems and seeds from the guajillo, ancho, and chipotle chiles. Rinse under cold water to clean.

Step 2

In a dry skillet over medium heat, lightly toast the chiles until fragrant but not burnt, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Transfer the toasted chiles to a bowl and cover them with hot water. Let them soak for about 15 minutes until softened.

Step 4

While the chiles are soaking, cut the beef into large chunks and season all sides with salt and pepper.

Step 5

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pot. Once browned, remove the beef and set it aside.

Step 6

In the same pot, add the sliced onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic cloves and sauté for another minute.

Step 7

Drain the soaked chiles and transfer them to a blender. Add the sautéed onion, garlic, cinnamon stick, bay leaves, cloves, black peppercorns, cumin seeds, oregano, and apple cider vinegar. Blend until you have a smooth paste. You may need to add a little bit of water to help it blend.

Step 8

Return the beef to the pot. Pour the chile paste over the beef, ensuring the meat is fully coated. Add the beef broth to the pot, bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover.

Step 9

Simmer the birria for about 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily shredded.

Step 10

Once cooked, remove the beef from the pot and shred it with two forks. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

Step 11

To assemble the tacos, heat a skillet over medium heat. Dip a tortilla in the birria sauce then place it on the skillet. Top half of the tortilla with shredded beef and cheese, then fold the tortilla over to close. Cook until crispy and the cheese has melted, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Step 12

Repeat with the remaining tortillas.

Step 13

Garnish the tacos with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime. Serve with a small bowl of consommé for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	4066.9 grams (4066.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6558

Total Fat 417.70g	536%
Saturated Fat 175.70g	879%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 1277mg	426%
Sodium 10013mg	435%
Total Carbohydrate 363.50g	132%
Dietary Fiber 70.60g	252%
Total Sugars 27.10g
Protein 384.40g	769%

Vitamin D 77IU	385%
Calcium 3365mg	259%
Iron 58mg	323%
Potassium 8060mg	171%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.7%

Protein: 22.8%

Carbs: 21.5%