Complete Recipe of World's Best Birria Tacos with Birria Consommé

As a chef, I love exploring rich, traditional flavors, and Birria Tacos with Birria Consommé is my favorite. This Mexican dish from Jalisco features tender beef, aromatic chilies, and spices, all wrapped in crispy tortillas with a flavorful consommé on the side. It's a perfect dish to share and enjoy!

Ingredients:

For the Birria:

• 3 lbs beef chuck roast or short ribs
• 3 dried guajillo chilies
• 3 dried ancho chilies
• 3 dried pasilla chilies
• 1 onion, quartered
• 6 cloves garlic
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground cloves
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar

For the Tacos:

• Corn tortillas
• 1 cup chopped white onion
• 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)

For the Consommé:

• Reserved birria broth
• 1/2 cup chopped white onion
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 lime, cut into wedges

Instructions:

Preparing the Birria:

1. Toast the Chilies:

   • Remove stems and seeds from the guajillo, ancho, and pasilla chilies.
   • Heat a dry skillet over medium heat and toast the chilies until they are fragrant, about 1-2 minutes on each side.

2. Soak the Chilies:

   • Place the toasted chilies in a bowl and cover them with hot water.
   • Let them soak for 20 minutes until they are softened.

3. Blend the Sauce:

   • In a blender, combine the soaked chilies, onion, garlic, diced tomatoes, and 1 cup of the soaking liquid.
   • Blend until smooth.

4. Cook the Meat:

   • Season the beef with salt and pepper.
   • In a large pot, heat some oil over medium-high heat and sear the beef until browned on all sides.
   • Pour the blended sauce over the beef.
   • Add the bay leaves, ground cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, cinnamon, cloves, beef broth, and apple cider vinegar.
   • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 3-4 hours until the meat is tender and falls apart easily.

5. Shred the Meat:

   • Remove the beef from the pot and shred it using two forks.
   • Reserve the broth for the consommé.

Assembling the Tacos:

1. Heat the Tortillas:

   • Dip the corn tortillas into the reserved broth.
   • Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the tortillas until they are slightly crispy.

2. Fill the Tacos:

   • Place some shredded beef onto each tortilla.
   • Add chopped onion, cilantro, and cheese (if using).

3. Fold and Cook:

• Fold the tacos in half and cook them in the skillet until they are crispy and golden brown on both sides.

Serving the Consommé:

1. Prepare the Consommé:

   • In a bowl, combine the reserved birria broth with chopped onion and cilantro.

2. Serve:

• Serve the birria tacos with a side of consommé and lime wedges.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	350
Total Fat	18g
Saturated Fat	7g
Cholesterol	70mg
Sodium	600mg
Total Carbohydrates	28g
Dietary Fiber	4g
Sugars	4g
Protein	25g

Note: Values are approximate and can vary based on specific ingredients used

Enjoy your delicious homemade Birria Tacos with Birria Consommé!