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Beef Birria Tacos

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Beef Birria Tacos are a flavorful Mexican delight that combines slow-cooked beef with a rich array of spices, all wrapped in warm tortillas. This dish not only tantalizes your taste buds but also offers a unique experience as you dip each taco into a savory broth.

  • Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 34 pounds chuck roast
  • 5 dried guajillo chiles
  • 1 large onion
  • 6 garlic cloves
  • 2 teaspoons cumin powder
  • Low-sodium beef broth (for marinating and cooking)
  • Corn tortillas

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chiles by removing stems and seeds; toast in a skillet until fragrant.
  2. Blend toasted chiles with onion, garlic, cumin, and beef broth until smooth.
  3. Marinate the chuck roast in the mixture for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  4. Cook marinated beef in a slow cooker on low for 8 hours or until tender.
  5. Shred the cooked beef and reserve some broth for dipping.
  6. Assemble tacos using warm tortillas filled with shredded beef, topped with cilantro and onions.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco (150g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg