Mexican Birria
Mexican Birria is a rich and flavorful dish that immerses you in the essence of traditional Mexican cuisine. This slow-cooked delight features tender beef infused with fragrant guajillo chiles and spices, creating a comforting meal perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home. Served either as hearty tacos or a warming stew, this easy-to-follow recipe will surely become a beloved family favorite.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 480 minutes
- Total Time: 8 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into chunks
- 5 dried guajillo chiles, stems and seeds removed
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- Toast guajillo chiles in a dry skillet until fragrant (about 1 minute). Soak in hot water for 15-20 minutes until soft.
- In a blender, combine soaked chiles, garlic, onion, cinnamon stick, and 1 cup beef broth; blend until smooth.
- Marinate beef chunks in the chile mixture for at least 2 hours or overnight for deeper flavor.
- Place marinated beef in a slow cooker with remaining marinade and beef broth to cover. Add bay leaves and cook on low for 8 hours until tender.
- Shred the beef with forks and return to the pot; stir well before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg