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Birria de Res Tacos Recipe

Delicious and savory Birria de Res Tacos, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 3 hrs
Total Time 3 hrs 30 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Blender
  • Skillet

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 3 lbs Beef chuck roast
  • 4 cups Beef broth
  • 5 pcs Dried guajillo chiles seeded
  • 3 pcs Dried ancho chiles seeded
  • 1 pc Onion quartered
  • 6 cloves Garlic
  • 2 pcs Bay leaves
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Dried oregano
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 12 pcs Corn tortillas
  • 1 cup Chopped cilantro
  • 1 cup Diced onions
  • 1 cup Lime wedges

Instructions: 

  • 1. In a large pot, add beef, beef broth, guajillo chiles, ancho chiles, onion, garlic, bay leaves, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  • 2. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 3 hours, or until the beef is tender and shreds easily.
  • 3. Remove the beef from the pot and shred it using two forks. Set aside.
  • 4. Strain the broth and discard the solids. Reserve the broth.
  • 5. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Dip each tortilla into the reserved broth, then place in the skillet. Add shredded beef to the tortilla and cook until the tortilla is crispy.
  • 6. Serve the tacos with chopped cilantro, diced onions, and lime wedges.

Notes:

For extra flavor, you can add a bit of the reserved broth to the tacos before serving.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 5mg

Keywords:

Keyword Beef, Birria, Tacos
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