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Beef Birria Recipe

A delicious and savory Mexican beef stew perfect for tacos or by itself.
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Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 3 lbs Beef chuck roast cut into chunks
  • 4 cups Beef broth
  • 5 pcs Dried guajillo chilies stems and seeds removed
  • 3 pcs Dried ancho chilies stems and seeds removed
  • 1 pc Onion quartered
  • 6 cloves Garlic
  • 2 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • 2 pcs Bay leaves
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper

Instructions 

  1. 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. 2. In a large pot, add beef broth and bring to a boil. Add guajillo and ancho chilies, then remove from heat and let them soak for 20 minutes.
  3. 3. In a blender, combine soaked chilies, onion, garlic, oregano, cumin, and a cup of the soaking liquid. Blend until smooth.
  4. 4. Season beef chunks with salt and pepper. In the same large pot, heat some oil over medium-high heat. Brown the beef on all sides.
  5. 5. Pour the chili sauce over the beef. Add bay leaves and remaining beef broth. Bring to a boil.
  6. 6. Cover the pot and transfer to the preheated oven. Cook for about 3 hours or until the beef is tender and shreds easily.
  7. 7. Remove bay leaves. Shred the beef using two forks. Serve with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 900mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 5mg

Keywords

Beef, Birria, Stew
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