How to make Birria tacos STEP BY STEP | COOKING W/KELS

birria meat

🥗Healthier: lean beef

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Lean beef is lower in fat, while pork shoulder is often more affordable.

corn tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole grain tortillas

💰Cheaper: flour tortillas

Whole grain tortillas offer more fiber, while flour tortillas can be less expensive.

Cut the ends off the chiles and slice them down the middle to remove all seeds.

Boil the chiles and tomato for about 15 minutes.

Trim tough pieces off the chuck roast to avoid tough meat after cooking.

Place the trimmed chuck roast in a pot.

Add half a cup of vinegar, chicken bouillon, 2 garlic cloves, a whole onion, and a tomato to the pot.

Strain the boiled chiles and tomato mixture into the pot, adding a little water if needed to help it pour.

Adjust the sauce thickness by adding water until desired consistency is reached.

Cover and cook the mixture for about 5 to 6 hours, or overnight for best results.

After cooking, remove excess fat from the top of the sauce.

Shred the cooked chuck roast and return it to the pot to marinate in the sauce overnight.

Serve the birria meat with chopped onions and cilantro.

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