Authentic Birria Tacos Recipe

Directions

• In a large pot, combine the beef chunks, quartered onion, garlic cloves, dried chilies, bay leaves, oregano, cumin, paprika, cloves, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
• Pour in the beef broth until the ingredients are fully submerged. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
• Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 3-4 hours, or until the beef is tender and falls apart easily.
• Once the beef is tender, remove it from the pot and shred it using two forks. Set aside.
• Using a slotted spoon, remove the onion, garlic, chilies, and bay leaves from the pot, leaving behind the broth.
• Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the shredded beef to the skillet and cook until browned and slightly crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
• Meanwhile, strain the broth to remove any solids and return it to the pot. Bring the broth to a simmer.
• Dip each corn tortilla into the simmering broth for a few seconds to soften it, then transfer it to a separate plate.
• Place a portion of the shredded beef onto each tortilla and fold it over to form a taco.
• Serve the Birria Tacos hot, garnished with chopped onion, cilantro, a squeeze of lime juice, and salsa or hot sauce on the side.