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Beef Birria Tacos

Beef Birria Tacos

These flavorful birria tacos are perfect for special occasions, bringing a wonderful mix of spices to your table. A crowd-pleaser that's worth the effort!

Ready in 150 minutes · serves 6 · 500 calories per serving · mexican cuisine.

150
min total
6
servings
500
cal / serving

Ingredients

  • 3 poundsbeef chuck
  • 5 piecesguajillo chiles
  • 2 pieceschipotle pepper
  • 2 piecesbay leaves
  • 1 largeonion
  • 5 clovesgarlic
  • 1 piececinnamon stick
  • 12 piecescorn tortillas
  • 1 cupcheese

Instructions

  1. 01

    Soak guajillo chiles in hot water for 20 minutes.

  2. 02

    Blend chiles with garlic, onion, and spices into a smooth paste.

  3. 03

    In a pot, brown the beef, then add the blended mixture, bay leaves, and enough water to cover the meat.

  4. 04

    Simmer for 2 hours until beef is tender. Shred the meat.

  5. 05

    Dip tortillas in broth, fill with beef and cheese, and fold in half. Cook on a skillet until crispy.

Recipe via Weeknight Win

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