Description
Experience the rich, savory flavors of authentic Beef Birria, a cherished Mexican dish that combines tender slow-cooked beef with a vibrant blend of spices. Perfect as a comforting stew or as the star ingredient in mouthwatering tacos, this recipe celebrates culinary tradition and brings people together. With its aromatic broth and melt-in-your-mouth meat, Beef Birria is sure to impress at family dinners or festive gatherings. Follow this easy-to-follow recipe to create a dish that not only fills the belly but also warms the heart.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs chuck roast
- 4 dried guajillo chilies
- 2 dried ancho chilies
- 2 yellow onions
- 6 garlic cloves
- 2 tsp cumin powder
- 2 tsp oregano
- Juice of 2 limes
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
Instructions
- Prepare the chilies by removing stems and seeds, then soak them in hot water for 15 minutes until softened.
- In a blender, combine soaked chilies with garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, lime juice, and one cup of beef broth; blend until smooth.
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat; season the chuck roast with salt and pepper and sear until browned on all sides.
- Pour the blended chili mixture over the seared beef along with additional beef broth; bring to a simmer.
- Cover tightly and reduce heat to low; cook for 3 hours on stovetop or in an oven preheated to 300°F (150°C) until fork-tender.
- Shred the meat with two forks and serve hot in bowls or as filling in tortillas.
Notes
For added depth of flavor, marinate your meat in the chili blend overnight before cooking. Adjust spice levels by varying the amount of chilies used based on your heat preference. To enhance your Beef Birria experience, serve it with warm tortillas, fresh toppings like cilantro and diced onions, or alongside rice for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg