Description

Elevate your taco night with these Beef Birria Tacos, a delightful twist on traditional tacos that promises rich flavors and satisfying textures. The slow-cooked beef is infused with a blend of spices, while crispy tortillas encase melty Oaxacan cheese, creating a mouthwatering experience. Served alongside a savory consommé for dipping, these tacos are perfect for any occasion—whether a casual weeknight dinner or a festive gathering. With straightforward preparation steps and simple ingredients, you’ll find this recipe as enjoyable to make as it is to savor. Dive into the deliciousness today!

Ingredients

Scale

4 pounds beef chuck roast
10 guajillo chiles
5 ancho chiles
3 arbol chiles
2 Roma tomatoes
1 white onion (quartered)
6 garlic cloves (unpeeled)
2 cups low-sodium beef broth
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
½ teaspoon ground cloves
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
3 bay leaves
Corn tortillas (or cassava flour tortillas)
Diced white onion
Roughly chopped cilantro
Oaxacan cheese

Instructions

Prepare the chiles: Remove stems and seeds from chiles, toast them in a skillet for 2 minutes, then soak in hot water for 20 minutes.
Blend the sauce: Combine soaked chiles, tomatoes, onion, garlic, broth, vinegar, and spices in a blender; blend until smooth.
Cook the beef: Place beef chunks in a slow cooker or Dutch oven and pour the blended sauce over them. Cook on low for at least 8 hours until tender.
Assemble tacos: Heat tortillas in a skillet; add cheese and cooked beef; fold and cook until crispy.
Serve with consommé: Garnish tacos with onion and cilantro; serve with reserved broth for dipping.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Category: Main
Method: Slow cooking
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tacos (180g)
Calories: 480
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 820mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 34g
Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider marinating the beef overnight with spices before cooking. Substitute chicken or turkey for a lighter option. Experiment with different toppings like avocado or salsa for extra freshness.