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Beef Birria Tacos

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Beef Birria Tacos are a delightful culinary experience that brings the vibrant flavors of traditional Mexican cuisine right to your table. Featuring succulent beef slow-cooked in a rich marinade of guajillo peppers and spices, these tacos are enveloped in warm corn tortillas and topped with fresh cilantro and onions. The unique combination of tender meat and zesty toppings creates an explosion of flavor with every bite. Perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, this easy-to-follow recipe promises to impress guests and satisfy cravings. Serve these tacos with a side of flavorful consomé for dipping, enhancing the overall experience and transporting your taste buds straight to Mexico.

  • Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4 (8 tacos total)

Ingredients

  • Beef chuck roast
  • Dried guajillo peppers
  • Cumin seeds
  • Onion
  • Garlic cloves
  • Beef broth (low-sodium)

Instructions

  1. Blend soaked guajillo peppers with garlic, cumin seeds, onion, and beef broth until smooth to create the marinade.
  2. Cut the beef chuck roast into chunks; coat with marinade and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  3. Place marinated beef in a slow cooker with any remaining marinade; cook on low for 8 hours until fork-tender.
  4. Shred the cooked beef and assemble tacos in warmed corn tortillas topped with diced onions and cilantro.
  5. Serve with lime wedges for added freshness.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 480 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos (180g)
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg