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Beef Birria Tacos

Beef Birria Tacos are made by seasoning and searing chuck roast cubes, simmering them in a flavorful broth with jalapenos, garlic, and spices until fork-tender. Shred the beef, remove excess fat, and use the broth for dipping. To assemble tacos, fill flour tortillas with shredded beef, mozzarella cheese, cilantro, and onions. Cook until crispy, and serve with a side of the savory dipping broth for a delicious and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 People
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 pounds Chuck Roast cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 4-5 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
  • 3 Bay Leaves
  • 2 Jalapenos stems removed and halved
  • 4-5 Garlic Cloves
  • 3-4 cups Beef Broth
  • 1-2 teaspoons Better Than Bullion Chipotle optional
Seasoning:
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Onion Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic Powder
  • 2 teaspoons Cumin
  • 2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika
  • 2 teaspoons Oregano
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
Taco Toppings:
  • Flour Tortillas
  • Freshly Grated Mozzarella Cheese
  • Cilantro
  • Chopped Onions

Method
 

  1. Pat the chuck roast dry and season all sides with 2 tablespoons of oil and the seasoning mixture.
  2. In a pan over medium heat, add the remaining oil. Sear all sides of the chuck roast pieces until golden brown, working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot. Remove the seared meat from the pan.
  3. Add the beef broth to the pan and gently scrape the bottom to pick up the brown bits. Include jalapenos, garlic, bay leaves, Better Than Bullion (if using), and any remaining seasoning. Return the seared chuck roast to the pot and cover the meat with water or additional beef broth.
  4. Bring the mixture to a low simmer and cook for 3-4 hours or until the meat becomes fork-tender.
  5. Remove 2 cups of broth for dipping tacos in and shred the remaining beef into the broth, discarding any fat and the bay leaves.
To Make Tacos:
  1. Add 2 tablespoons of broth to a hot pan. Place a flour tortilla in the pan.
  2. Add mozzarella cheese, shredded beef, cilantro, and chopped onions to the tortilla.
  3. Fold the tortilla over to create a taco. Flip and pour 1-2 tablespoons of broth over the top.
  4. Cook until the desired crispness is achieved and dip into the reserved broth. Enjoy your Birria Style Beef Tacos!