Description

These authentic Birria Tacos feature tender, slow-simmered chuck roast infused with a rich, smoky chile sauce made from dried guajillo chiles. Perfectly shredded and served in warm tortillas with a tangy lime drizzle, these tacos are a flavorful Mexican classic that’s ideal for gatherings or a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Meat

3 lbs chuck roast

Sauce

6 dried guajillo chiles
5 cloves fresh garlic
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tsp cumin powder
4 cups beef broth
Juice of 2 limes

Additional

Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste
Oil, for searing
8 tortillas

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Instructions

Prepare Chiles: Remove stems and seeds from the dried guajillo chiles, then soak them in hot water for 15 minutes to soften and rehydrate.
Make Sauce: Blend the soaked chiles along with garlic, chopped onion, cumin powder, 1 cup of beef broth, and lime juice until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Sear Meat: Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season the chuck roast generously with salt and pepper, then sear it on all sides until browned, locking in the juices.
Simmer Meat: Add the blended chile sauce and the remaining 3 cups of beef broth to the pot. Bring everything to a simmer, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for about 3 hours or until the meat is very tender and easy to shred.
Shred Meat: Remove the meat from the pot and shred it thoroughly using two forks, mixing it with the sauce for added flavor.
Assemble Tacos: Warm tortillas on a skillet until pliable. Fill each tortilla with shredded birria meat, drizzle with some of the cooking sauce, then fold and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add cinnamon, cloves, or bay leaves to the sauce during cooking.
Serve with chopped onions, cilantro, and a side of lime wedges to enhance the tacos.
The cooking liquid can be reserved as consommé for dipping the tacos for a traditional experience.
Using chuck roast ensures tender, melt-in-your-mouth meat after slow cooking.
Tortillas should be warmed until soft but not crispy to hold the filling properly.