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Beef Birria Recipe

Beef Birria Recipe

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  • Author: Mia
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 3 hrs 15 min
  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: 8
  • Category: Stovetop
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Description

This Beef Birria recipe is a rich and flavorful Mexican stew featuring tender, shredded beef in a spicy and aromatic sauce. Perfect for serving with warm tortillas and garnishing with onions and cilantro.


Ingredients

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For the Birria:

  • 2 dried ancho chiles
  • 2 dried guajillo chiles
  • 3 dried chiles de árbol
  • 1 (3 pound) chuck roast, fat trimmed, cut into 3-inch pieces
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 medium white onion, quartered
  • 4 garlic cloves, smashed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 3 cups beef stock
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 2 (14.5-ounce) cans fire roasted diced tomatoes

For Serving:

  • Chopped white onion
  • Chopped cilantro
  • Corn or flour tortillas, warmed

Instructions

  1. Toasting the Chiles: Cut open the dried chiles and toast in a skillet. Then, soak in water until softened.
  2. Preparing the Beef: Season the beef with salt and pepper. Brown the beef in a Dutch oven.
  3. Making the Sauce: Cook onions, garlic, and spices. Add beef stock, vinegar, chiles, and tomatoes. Blend the sauce until smooth.
  4. Cooking the Birria: Return beef to the Dutch oven, cover, and cook in the oven until tender.
  5. Serving: Shred the beef, and serve in bowls with sauce, garnished with onions and cilantro.

Notes

  • While toasting the chiles, ensure good ventilation as it can create a strong aroma.
  • If not using a Dutch oven, adapt the cooking process accordingly by using a skillet and baking dish.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving