Birria Taco Recipe
Braised beef, specialty cheese blend with a side of our signature birria sauce.*contains dairy*contains gluten (can be made gluten free upon request - corn tortilla)
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Ingredients
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For the Birria
For the Taco Assembly
Method
For the Birria
- 1
Prepare the Chiles
Remove the stems and seeds from the guajillo and ancho chiles. Rinse them under water and soak them in hot water for about 15 minutes until soft.
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Braise the Beef
Place the beef chuck roast in the pot, pour the blended mixture over the beef, add the bay leaves, and the remaining beef broth. Bring to a simmer, cover, and let it cook on low heat for about 3 hours or until the meat is tender and easily shreds.
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For the Taco Assembly
- 6
Warm the Tortillas
In a skillet over medium heat, warm the tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
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Assemble the Tacos
Place a generous amount of the shredded beef onto each tortilla, top with shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
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Serve with Birria Sauce
Serve the tacos with a side of the birria sauce for dipping and add lime wedges for extra flavor.
