Name: Birria Tacos Recipe
Prep time: PT30MIN
Cook time: PT3HR
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 3 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into large chunks; 1 pound beef short ribs (optional, for richer flavor); 4 dried guajillo chiles, seeds and stems removed; 2 dried ancho chiles, seeds and stems removed; 2 dried pasilla chiles, seeds and stems removed; 2 Roma tomatoes, quartered; 1 large white onion, peeled and quartered; 6 cloves garlic, peeled; 1 tablespoon Mexican oregano; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1/2 teaspoon cloves; 2 bay leaves; 3 cups beef broth; 1 cinnamon stick (preferably Mexican canela); 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 18 corn tortillas; 2 cups shredded Oaxaca or mozzarella cheese; Chopped white onion and cilantro, for garnish; Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

1
Toast dried chiles briefly in a hot, dry skillet until fragrant, then soak in hot water until soft.
2
Blend softened chiles with tomatoes, onion, garlic, herbs, spices, and 1 cup beef broth until smooth.
3
Season and sear beef in batches in a heavy pot until browned all over.
4
Add blended chile sauce, remaining beef broth, vinegar, bay leaves, and cinnamon stick to the pot. Simmer covered for 2.5 to 3 hours, until beef is very tender.
5
Remove beef, shred with forks, and strain some fat from the broth to use for crisping tacos. Season to taste.
6
Dip tortillas in reserved fat. Fill with shredded birria, cheese, onion, and cilantro. Fold and griddle until golden and crispy.
7
Serve tacos with hot consomé for dipping, and garnish with lime, onion, and cilantro.

Birria Tacos Recipe

Birria Tacos Recipe

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