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Homemade Birria Tacos: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe

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Ingredients

  • 3 lbs beef chuck roast
  • 2 dried guajillo chilies
  • 2 dried ancho chilies
  • 1 medium onion, quartered
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Diced onion (for garnish)
  • Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

Creating delicious Homemade Birria Tacos is simple when you follow these steps:

  1. Prepare the Chilies: Remove seeds and stems from the guajillo and ancho chilies. Soak them in hot water for 20 minutes until soft.
  2. Blend Marinade: In a blender, combine soaked chilies, onion, garlic, apple cider vinegar, cumin, oregano, black pepper, and salt. Blend until smooth.
  3. Marinate the Meat: Cut the beef chuck roast into large chunks. Pour the marinade over the meat and mix to coat. Let it marinate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight in the refrigerator.
  4. Cook the Meat: In a large pot, add marinated meat and cover with beef broth. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 3 to 4 hours until the meat is fork-tender.
  5. Shred the Meat: Remove the beef from the pot and shred it using two forks. Set aside and reserve the broth for dipping.
  6. Prepare Tortillas: Warm the corn tortillas on a griddle until pliable.
  7. Assemble Tacos: Fill each tortilla with shredded beef.
  8. Garnish: Top with fresh cilantro and diced onion.
  9. Serve with Consomé: Ladle some hot beef broth into small bowls for dipping.

Using these steps, you'll create a mouthwatering meal that's sure to impress!