Birria Tacos

Viral recipe (as published / commonly shared)

Ingredients
- 3 lb beef chuck (or mix with short rib), cut in large chunks
- Dried guajillo, ancho, and/or chile de árbol, stemmed and seeded
- 1 onion, 4 garlic cloves, 1–2 tomatoes
- Spices: cumin, oregano, bay leaves, cinnamon stick, cloves
- Beef broth or water
- Corn tortillas, shredded Oaxaca or mozzarella, chopped onion and cilantro
- Lime wedges

Steps
1. Toast dried chiles; blend with onion, garlic, tomato, spices, and some broth into a smooth adobo.
2. Brown beef, then braise in the chile sauce with broth and bay until shreddable (stovetop, oven, or slow cooker), 3–4 hours.
3. Shred meat; skim and reserve the consommé for dipping.
4. Dip tortillas in fat/consommé, fill with meat and cheese, and crisp on a hot skillet; fold.
5. Serve with onion, cilantro, lime, and a cup of consommé for dunking.

Citations
- Serious Eats — Birria: https://www.seriouseats.com/birria-de-res-recipe-mexican-beef-stew-tacos
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/search?q=Birria+Tacos
- web writeups: https://www.google.com/search?q=Birria+Tacos+recipe

Compiled for personal use; see citations.