Melt-in-Your-Mouth Birria Tacos Everyone Will Love
Make the best birria tacos at home with juicy beef, crispy tortillas, and a rich consommé. Perfect for parties or family dinners.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
2 lbs beef chuck roast
4 dried guajillo peppers
2 dried ancho peppers
2 chipotle peppers in adobo
5 garlic cloves
1 large white onion
2 medium tomatoes
2 bay leaves
4 cups beef broth
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
Corn tortillas
1 cup Oaxaca or mozzarella cheese
Fresh cilantro and lime wedges
Instructions
1. Toast chiles in a dry pan for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
2. Blend chiles with tomatoes, onion, garlic, vinegar, and spices until smooth.
3. Sear beef, add sauce and broth, then simmer 2–3 hours until tender.
4. Shred beef and return to consommé.
5. Dip tortillas in consommé oil, fill with beef and cheese, then crisp on both sides.
6. Serve with consommé, onion, cilantro, and lime wedges.
Notes
For extra flavor, toast the spices before blending.
Use beef short ribs or lamb for a richer version.
Birria tastes even better the next day as flavors deepen.