Birria Tacos Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Birria:

2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into large chunks
1 pound beef short ribs
2 dried guajillo chiles, stemmed and seeded
2 dried ancho chiles, stemmed and seeded
2 dried pasilla chiles, stemmed and seeded
1 large onion, chopped
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 bay leaves
4 cups beef broth
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Tacos:

Corn tortillas
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (or Mexican cheese blend)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions:

Prepare the Birria:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the dried chiles until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes per side. Transfer to a bowl and cover with hot water. Let soak for 20 minutes until softened.
- In a blender, combine the softened chiles, chopped onion, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, cinnamon, and apple cider vinegar. Blend until smooth.
- Season the beef chunks and short ribs with salt and black pepper. In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, heat some oil over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches, then remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, pour in the blended chile mixture and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the beef broth, bay leaves, and browned beef. Bring to a simmer, then cover and transfer to the preheated oven. Cook for about 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the meat is tender and easily shredded.
Shred the Meat:
- Remove the beef from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded meat to the pot and mix with the sauce.
Assemble the Tacos:
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Dip the corn tortillas into the birria sauce to coat, then place them on the hot skillet.
- Sprinkle a layer of shredded cheese on one half of each tortilla. Add a generous amount of shredded birria meat on top of the cheese. Fold the tortillas in half to form tacos.
- Cook the tacos until crispy and the cheese is melted, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Serve:
- Serve the birria tacos hot, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice. Enjoy with a side of the birria broth for dipping.

Keywords:

Birria tacos
Quesabirria
Mexican tacos
Beef birria
Cheesy tacos
Authentic Mexican recipe
Tacos with dipping broth
Slow-cooked beef
Crispy tacos
Homemade birria

Description:

These Birria Tacos, also known as Quesabirria, are a delicious and flavorful Mexican dish that has become incredibly popular. Made with tender, slow-cooked beef in a rich and spicy birria sauce, these tacos are filled with melted cheese and crispy, coated tortillas. The beef is cooked until it is fall-apart tender and then shredded, making it the perfect filling for tacos. The birria broth is used not only to marinate the tortillas but also as a dipping sauce, enhancing the savory flavors. Garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime, these tacos are a true culinary delight that you can enjoy at home.

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