Birria de Res
A delicious and hearty Mexican dish made from tender beef cooked in a rich blend of spices. Perfect as a main course or filling for tacos.
Ingredients
For the beef
- 2 pounds beef chuck roast Cut into large chunks
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cups beef broth Substitute with chicken broth if preferred
For the sauce
- 2 dried guajillo peppers Toast and soak in hot water
- 2 dried ancho peppers Toast and soak in hot water
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- In a skillet, dry toast the guajillo and ancho peppers until fragrant. Then soak them in hot water until softened.
- Blend the soaked peppers with chopped onion, minced garlic, cumin, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Cooking
- In the crockpot, place the beef chuck roast and pour the blended sauce over it.
- Add the beef broth and bay leaves.
- Cook on low for 8 hours or until the beef is tender.
- Shred the beef and serve in bowls with the consomme or as tacos.
Notes
For more depth of flavor, marinate the beef in the blended sauce for a few hours or overnight before cooking. Use fresh herbs like cilantro as a garnish for added freshness and color. Adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer peppers according to your taste.