Birria Tacos

- 2 lbs beef chuck roast - 2 chiles guajillo, stems and seeds removed - 2 chiles ancho, stems and seeds removed - 1 onion, quartered - 4 cloves garlic, minced

Discover the comfort and rich flavors of birria tacos, a delightful dish that will elevate your mealtime! With tender beef, spicy chilies, and fresh toppings enveloped in warm corn tortillas, these tacos are a must-try. In this blog post, you'll find everything you need to know, from ingredients to step-by-step instructions to achieve the perfect bite. Click through to explore the delicious world of birria tacos and bring joy to your kitchen!

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Ingredients

2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into chunks

2 chiles guajillo, stems and seeds removed

2 chiles ancho, stems and seeds removed

1 onion, quartered

4 cloves garlic, minced

3 cups beef broth

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 bay leaf

Salt and pepper to taste

10 corn tortillas

Chopped cilantro and onions for garnish

Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Prepare the Chile Sauce: In a medium saucepan, add the chiles, onion, and garlic. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 10-15 minutes until the chiles are soft. Drain, then blend with one cup of beef broth until smooth. Set aside.

Season the Beef: In a large bowl, season the beef chunks with salt, pepper, cumin, and oregano.

Combine Ingredients: In a slow cooker, add the seasoned beef, blended chile sauce, remaining beef broth, apple cider vinegar, and bay leaf. Stir well to combine.

Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours until the beef is tender and easy to shred.

Shred the Beef: Once cooked, remove the beef from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Discard any excess fat.

Prepare Tacos: To serve, warm the corn tortillas in a skillet. Place a generous amount of shredded beef on each tortilla.

Garnish: Top each taco with chopped cilantro and diced onion.

Serve: Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos and a small bowl of the broth (consomé) for dipping.

Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 20 min | 8 hrs | 10 tacos

- Presentation Tips: Serve the tacos arranged on a colorful platter, alongside bowls of cilantro, diced onions, and lime wedges for a vibrant taco bar experience!