Birria Vaquera | La Capital

goat meat

🥗Healthier: lean beef

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Beef is lower in fat, while pork is often more affordable.

dried chiles

💰Cheaper: fresh chiles

Fresh chiles can be less expensive and still provide flavor.

Prepare the dried chiles by removing stems and seeds.

Soak the chiles in hot water until softened.

Blend the soaked chiles with garlic, onion, and spices to create a marinade.

Marinate the goat meat in the chile mixture for several hours or overnight.

Cook the marinated meat in a pot with water and bay leaves until tender.

Serve the birria with warm corn tortillas, lime, and chopped cilantro.

Cooking Techniques

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