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Authentic Mexican Birria

Authentic Mexican Birria
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Authentic Mexican Birria is a mouthwatering dish that captures the essence of traditional Mexican cuisine. This flavorful recipe features tender beef simmered to perfection in a rich, aromatic chile broth. Ideal for gatherings or cozy family dinners, birria can be enjoyed as a hearty stew or transformed into tantalizing birria tacos. The complex flavors from guajillo and ancho chiles, combined with wholesome ingredients, make this dish both satisfying and memorable. Serve it hot, topped with fresh cilantro and lime juice for an impressive presentation that will delight your guests.

Ingredients

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  • 3 pounds chuck roast
  • 2 pounds short ribs (bone-in)
  • 8 guajillo chiles
  • 4 ancho chiles
  • 5 cups water
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
  • Fresh lime juice (for garnish)
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 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 chicken bouillon
  • 1–2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon Mexican oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Chop chuck roast into 2-inch chunks and pat dry. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat avocado oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat and sear the meat until browned on all sides.
  3. In the same pot, add seared meat, onion, garlic, carrots, bay leaves, and dried peppers. Pour in beef broth and cover with water.
  4. Stir in chicken bouillon, oregano, cumin, and salt. Bring to a boil and skim off impurities after 30 minutes.
  5. Blend softened peppers, onion, garlic, and carrots until smooth; return mixture to the pot.
  6. Simmer covered for about 3 hours until the meat is tender.
  7. Skim off excess grease before serving; garnish with cilantro and lime juice.

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