Description
Birria Tacos are a culinary treasure from the heart of Mexico, bursting with rich flavors and tender, slow-cooked meat. This delightful dish features marinated chuck roast simmered with aromatic spices, all wrapped in warm corn tortillas. Traditionally served with a side of flavorful consommé for dipping, each bite offers a mouthwatering experience that transports you straight to Jalisco. Perfect for gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, Birria Tacos can be tailored with your favorite toppings like fresh cilantro, diced onions, and zesty lime. This easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
- Chuck roast
- Dried guajillo peppers
- Onion
- Garlic cloves
- Cumin powder
- Beef broth
Instructions
- Cut the chuck roast into large chunks and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, toast dried guajillo peppers until fragrant (about one minute), then remove from heat.
- Blend toasted peppers, onion, garlic cloves, cumin powder, and beef broth until smooth.
- Place the seasoned meat in a slow cooker and pour the blended sauce over it; cook on low for 6-8 hours until tender.
- Shred the cooked meat using forks; warm corn tortillas in a pan and fill them with shredded meat.
- Serve tacos with a bowl of flavorful consommé for dipping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg