Description
Delicious birria tacos with tender beef and rich, spicy broth, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
- 4 dried guajillo peppers
- 4 dried ancho chiles
- 4 chipotle peppers in adobo
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup organic beef stock (or water)
- 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 Tbsps Mexican oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground allspice
- 3 lbs. organic chuck roast beef, chopped into medium-large chunks
- 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 4 cups organic beef stock
- 2 cups water
- 12 organic corn tortillas
- shredded Oaxaca cheese
- 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Pico de Gallo
Instructions
- TO MAKE THE CHILI PASTE: Start by removing the stems and seeds from the dried guajillo and ancho chiles. Soak them in hot water for about 15 minutes until soft. In a blender, combine the soaked chiles, chipotle peppers, onion, garlic, crushed tomatoes, beef stock, apple cider vinegar, bay leaves, Mexican oregano, thyme, cumin, cinnamon, smoked paprika, and allspice. Blend until smooth.
- TO MAKE THE ‘MEAT’: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Season the chuck roast with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Brown the beef on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
- LET EVERYTHING BRAISE IN THE OVEN: Add the chili paste to the pot with the beef. Then pour in the beef stock and water. Bring to a simmer, cover the pot, and transfer it to the oven. Let it cook for about 180 minutes, or until the meat is tender and falls apart easily.
- TO ASSEMBLE THE TACOS: Once the beef is ready, shred it with two forks. Heat the corn tortillas on a skillet for a few seconds on each side. Fill each tortilla with the shredded beef, a sprinkle of Oaxaca cheese, chopped cilantro, and a scoop of Pico de Gallo. Serve with the broth for dipping.
Notes
Don’t skip browning the beef as it adds extra flavor. You can switch up the type of meat or try a vegetarian version with jackfruit or mushrooms.