Beef Birria
Beef birria is a flavorful Mexican dish that combines tender beef chuck roast simmered in a rich, spice-infused broth. This comforting meal brings family and friends together, creating unforgettable moments around the dinner table. Perfect for tacos or as a hearty stew, each bite offers a delightful explosion of taste that will warm your heart and satisfy your cravings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into chunks
- 4 guajillo chiles, stems and seeds removed
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp dried Mexican oregano
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 3 bay leaves
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- Juice of 2 limes
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper.
- 2. Toast guajillo chiles in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- 3. Blend toasted chiles, onion, garlic, oregano, cumin, bay leaves, and beef broth until smooth.
- 4. In a large pot, sear seasoned beef chunks in oil over medium-high heat until browned on all sides (about 4 minutes per side).
- 5. Pour the blended sauce over the seared meat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for at least 2 hours until the meat is fork-tender.
- 6. Stir in lime juice before serving hot with fresh cilantro sprinkled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added spice, include more guajillo chiles or other chili varieties. Substitute lamb for a unique twist on traditional birria.