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Birria de Res Tacos Recipe

Delicious and flavorful Birria de Res Tacos, perfect for any occasion.
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Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 3 lbs Beef (chuck roast or short ribs)
  • 2 cups Beef broth
  • 5 units Dried guajillo chiles stems and seeds removed
  • 3 units Dried ancho chiles stems and seeds removed
  • 1 unit Onion quartered
  • 6 cloves Garlic
  • 1 tablespoon Dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • 2 units Bay leaves
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 12 units Corn tortillas
  • 1 cup Chopped cilantro
  • 1 cup Diced onions
  • 1 cup Lime wedges

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a large pot, add beef, beef broth, guajillo chiles, ancho chiles, onion, garlic, oregano, cumin, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  2. 2. Reduce heat and simmer for about 3-4 hours until the meat is tender and shreds easily.
  3. 3. Remove the meat and shred it with forks. Strain the broth and reserve.
  4. 4. Dip tortillas in the reserved broth and fry in a hot skillet until crispy.
  5. 5. Fill the tortillas with shredded beef, cilantro, onions, and a squeeze of lime. Serve with extra broth for dipping.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 5mg

Keywords

Birria, Tacos
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