Mexican Beef Birria
A flavorful and tender Mexican Beef Birria, perfect for filling tacos and evoking the warm spirit of traditional Mexican cuisine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 495 minutes
- Total Time: 510 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: None
Ingredients
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- 2 lbs beef chuck roast
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 3 dried guajillo chiles
- 2 dried ancho chiles
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Corn tortillas (for tacos)
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Toast the chiles in a skillet until fragrant, then soak them in hot water for 15 minutes.
- Blend the softened chiles, chopped onion, minced garlic, cumin, oregano, and beef broth until smooth.
- Prepare the beef chuck roast by placing it in the crockpot and pouring the blended sauce over it. Season with salt and pepper.
- Slow cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until the beef is tender and shreddable.
- Assemble the tacos by shredding the beef and serving it in warm corn tortillas, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
Leftover birria keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days. Store in an airtight container for freshness. It can also be frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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