Description
Experience the rich and aromatic flavors of Authentic Mexican Birria, a beloved dish that brings warmth and comfort to any gathering. This hearty stew features tender beef slow-cooked in a savory broth infused with guajillo and ancho chiles, delivering a depth of flavor that is simply irresistible. Enjoy it as a cozy stew topped with fresh cilantro and lime or transform it into mouthwatering tacos that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Perfect for family dinners or festive celebrations, this recipe lets you create an unforgettable culinary experience right at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds chuck roast
- 2 pounds short ribs (bone-in)
- 8 guajillo chiles
- 4 ancho chiles
- 5 cups water
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 large onion (quartered)
- 1 garlic bulb (cut the tip off)
- 1 carrot (cut in half crosswise, then cut in half)
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon
- 1–2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Mexican oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Fresh cilantro (diced) for serving
- Fresh lime juice for serving
- White onion (diced) for serving
Instructions
- Sear meat: Cut chuck roast into chunks, season with salt and pepper, and sear in a Dutch oven with avocado oil until browned.
- Combine ingredients: Add seared meat, onion, garlic, carrots, bay leaves, dried chiles, beef broth, and water to the pot.
- Season broth: Stir in chicken bouillon, oregano, cumin, and salt; bring to a boil.
- Blend sauce: Remove peppers and vegetables from the pot; blend until smooth.
- Simmer: Return blended mixture to the pot; cover and simmer for about 3 hours until meat is tender.
- Serve: Shred meat if desired, serve hot with fresh cilantro, diced onions, and lime juice.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg