Description
Discover the rich flavors of an authentic Mexican Birria Recipe, a traditional stew from Jalisco that promises to delight your taste buds. This savory dish features tender meat cooked slowly in a vibrant chili sauce, making it perfect for serving as a comforting soup or stuffing into warm tortillas for mouthwatering tacos. With its versatile serving options and easy preparation, this birria recipe is an excellent choice for family gatherings or cozy dinners. Enjoy the unforgettable taste experience that comes from marinating the meat and blending together aromatic spices and chilies.
Ingredients
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- 5 ancho peppers
- 5 guajillo peppers
- 2–3 chiles de arbol (optional)
- 1 large white onion
- 3 large tomatoes
- 5 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon dried Mexican oregano
- 4 cups beef stock
- 3.5 pounds lamb shoulder (or beef shank/chuck roast)
Instructions
- Toast the dried peppers in a large pan over medium heat until their skins darken.
- Remove from heat, soak toasted peppers in hot water for 20 minutes until softened.
- Sauté chopped onion and tomatoes in olive oil until softened.
- Add garlic and cook briefly, then combine sautéed vegetables and rehydrated peppers in a food processor with seasonings and vinegar; blend until smooth.
- Marinate cut meat with the blended sauce for at least 2 hours (overnight recommended).
- Cook marinated meat in a large pot with remaining beef stock for about 3 hours until tender.
- Serve birria as a soup or shredded in tacos with consomé on the side.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 712mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg