Traditional Mexican Birria
Traditional Mexican Birria is a mouthwatering stew that embodies the heart of Mexican cuisine. This savory dish features tender, slow-cooked beef chuck roast simmered in a rich broth infused with dried guajillo chiles and aromatic spices. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, serve it as tacos or enjoy it straight from the pot with fresh toppings like cilantro and lime for an unforgettable culinary experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs bone-in beef chuck roast
- 4 dried guajillo chiles, stems and seeds removed
- 1 tbsp cumin seeds
- 6 garlic cloves
- 1 medium onion, roughly chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
Instructions
- Toast guajillo chiles in a dry skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- In a blender, combine toasted chiles, garlic, onion, cumin seeds, and 1 cup of beef broth. Blend until smooth.
- Sear the beef chuck roast in a heavy pot over medium-high heat until browned on all sides.
- Pour the blended sauce over the meat, add remaining beef broth, bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low for about 3 hours until tender.
- Shred the meat with forks and return it to the broth before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For added heat, include chipotle peppers in your sauce. - Substitute beef with lamb or chicken for different flavor profiles. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days; reheat gently on the stove.