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Birria de Res Tacos Recipe

Delicious and savory Birria de Res Tacos, perfect for any occasion.
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Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Birria

  • 3 lbs Beef chuck roast
  • 2 cups Beef broth
  • 5 pcs Dried guajillo chiles stems and seeds removed
  • 3 pcs Dried ancho chiles stems and seeds removed
  • 1 pc White onion quartered
  • 6 cloves Garlic
  • 1 tablespoon Dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • 2 pcs Bay leaves
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper

Tacos

  • 12 pcs Corn tortillas
  • 1 cup Chopped cilantro
  • 1 cup Diced onions
  • 1 cup Lime wedges

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a large pot, add beef chuck roast, beef broth, guajillo chiles, ancho chiles, onion, garlic, oregano, cumin, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
  2. 2. Reduce heat and simmer for 3 hours, until beef is tender and shreds easily.
  3. 3. Remove beef from pot and shred with forks. Strain the broth and reserve for serving.
  4. 4. Heat corn tortillas on a skillet until warm and pliable.
  5. 5. Fill tortillas with shredded beef, cilantro, onions, and a squeeze of lime. Serve with reserved broth for dipping.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 5mg

Keywords

Beef, Birria, Tacos
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