Birria Tacos - Authentic Mexican Recipe
These Birria Tacos are a flavorful and authentic Mexican dish, perfect for a special dinner. Made with tender, slow-cooked beef, these tacos are a crowd-pleaser.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
For the Birria
- 3 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into chunks
- 4 dried guajillo chilies, stems and seeds removed
- 4 dried ancho chilies, stems and seeds removed
- 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Tacos
- 12 corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheese (like Oaxaca or mozzarella)
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
For the Birria
- Toast the dried chilies in a hot skillet until fragrant, then soak in hot water for 15 minutes.
- Blend the soaked chilies, chipotle pepper, garlic, and vinegar into a smooth paste.
- Season the beef chunks with salt and pepper. Sear in a hot skillet until browned.
- Place the beef in a slow cooker with the chili paste, onion, beef broth, cumin, and smoked paprika.
- Cook on low for 8 hours or until the meat is tender and easily shredded.
For the Tacos
- Heat a skillet and lightly toast the tortillas.
- Dip each tortilla in the Birria broth, then fill with shredded beef and cheese.
- Fold the tortilla in half and cook on a skillet until crispy and the cheese is melted.
- Serve hot, topped with cilantro, onion, and lime wedges.