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the best birria tacos

The Best Birria Tacos: 5 Reasons You’ll Crave Them Forever


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 tacos 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A delicious recipe for the best birria tacos, featuring tender meat and rich flavors.


Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 3 dried guajillo chiles
  • 2 dried ancho chiles
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • Salt to taste
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • Cilantro, chopped for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Soak dried chiles in hot water for 15 minutes.
  2. In a blender, combine soaked chiles, beef broth, onion, garlic, cumin, oregano, and salt. Blend until smooth.
  3. In a pot, add the beef and pour the blended sauce over it.
  4. Cook on low heat for 3 hours or until meat is tender.
  5. Shred the meat and return it to the pot.
  6. Heat tortillas on a skillet.
  7. Fill tortillas with meat and top with cilantro.
  8. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

  • Allow the meat to marinate overnight for deeper flavor.
  • Use a mix of meats for varied texture.
  • Pair with spicy salsa if desired.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

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