Luna
Culinary Explorer
Hey Taco Lovers! 
I wanted to share with you all my favorite recipe for Birria Tacos, a beloved Mexican dish that's bursting with flavor and tradition. Whether you're a seasoned chef or new to the kitchen, these tacos are sure to impress! Here's how to make them:
Ingredients:





I wanted to share with you all my favorite recipe for Birria Tacos, a beloved Mexican dish that's bursting with flavor and tradition. Whether you're a seasoned chef or new to the kitchen, these tacos are sure to impress! Here's how to make them:
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs. beef chuck roast or brisket
- 5 dried guajillo chilies
- 3 dried ancho chilies
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cloves
- 4 cups beef broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Corn tortillas
- Optional toppings: chopped onion, cilantro, lime wedges, sliced radishes
- Prepare the dried chilies by removing the stems and seeds. Toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat for a few seconds on each side until fragrant.
- Place the toasted chilies in a bowl and cover them with hot water. Let them soak for about 20 minutes until softened.
- In a blender, combine the soaked chilies, chopped onion, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, paprika, cloves, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth, adding a splash of beef broth if needed to help it blend.
- Season the beef chuck roast or brisket with salt and pepper. Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of oil. Sear the beef on all sides until browned.
- Pour the chili mixture over the seared beef and add the remaining beef broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let it simmer for 3-4 hours, or until the beef is tender and falls apart easily.
- Once the beef is cooked, shred it using two forks. You can also use a potato masher to break it down further.
- To assemble the tacos, warm the corn tortillas on a skillet or griddle. Fill each tortilla with a generous portion of the shredded beef and fold it in half.
- Heat a separate skillet over medium heat and place the filled tacos in the skillet, pressing them down gently with a spatula. Cook until the tortillas are crispy and golden brown on both sides.
- Serve the Birria Tacos hot with your favorite toppings such as chopped onion, cilantro, lime wedges, and sliced radishes.


