Mexican·non-vegetarian·medium

Birria Tacos

Name: Birria Tacos
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 180 min
Total time: 200 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1.5kg Beef chuck; 6 Dried guajillo chillies; 3 Dried ancho chillies; 1L Beef stock; 6 Garlic cloves; 2 tsp Cumin; 12 Corn tortillas; 200g Mozzarella; 1 White onion; handful Fresh cilantro; 2 Lime

Birria tacos are a rich, deeply flavorful dish where tender beef chuck is slow-braised in a smoky, spiced marinade made from dried guajillo and ancho chiles, garlic, and cumin until it falls apart effortlessly. The meat is nestled into crispy corn tortillas, blanketed with melty mozzarella, and finished with sharp white onion and bright cilantro for contrast. Served with a side of consommé for dipping, each bite delivers a perfect balance of heat, earthiness, and juicy tenderness. This dish is worth the effort for its bold, layered flavors and the way it transforms simple ingredients into something unforgettable.

200 min(prep 20 + cook 180)

6 servings

480 kcal

4.9

Ingredients

Nutrition

480 kcalper serving

Directions

1
Toast dried chillies in a dry pan for 1 minute, then soak in hot water for 20 minutes.
2
Blend chillies with garlic, cumin, salt and some soaking water to make the marinade.
3
Coat beef in the marinade and braise with beef stock for 3 hours until tender.
4
Shred the beef and reserve the braising liquid (consommé).
5
Dip tortillas in the consommé, fill with beef and cheese, fold and fry until crispy.
6
Serve with small bowls of consommé for dipping.
7
Top with diced onion, cilantro and a squeeze of lime.

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