Description
Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of Beef Birria Tacos, combining tender shredded beef with soft corn tortillas, fresh cilantro, and diced onion—a perfect dish for enjoyable gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds chuck roast
- 4 dried guajillo peppers
- 2 teaspoons cumin seeds
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, crushed
- 6 cups beef broth
- 12 small corn tortillas
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Diced onion for garnish
Instructions
- Remove the stems and seeds from the guajillo peppers and toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2 minutes.
- Blend the toasted peppers with cumin seeds, chopped onion, garlic, and 1 cup of beef broth until smooth.
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, brown the chuck roast on all sides.
- Pour the pepper marinade over the seared meat, add the remaining beef broth, cover, and simmer on low for about 180 minutes.
- Shred the beef and mix it back into the sauce.
- Warm the tortillas and fill them with the beef mixture, topping with cilantro and diced onion.
Notes
For a healthier option, consider using low-sodium beef broth and leaner cuts of beef or alternative tortilla options.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg