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Receta de BIRRIA DE RES y QUESABIRRIAS

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Beef Birria Queso Tacos

Cultural Context

Originating from the state of Jalisco, Birria is a traditional Mexican dish often made for celebrations. It was originally prepared with goat meat, but beef variations have become popular, especially in tacos. The dish is celebrated for its rich, complex flavors and is often served with a side of broth for dipping. Today, Birria Tacos have gained immense popularity across Mexico and the United States, often featuring melted cheese, making them a delicious fusion of flavors and textures.

MexicanMXmain
120 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 kilo de carne de res (chambarete, suadero, bandera, diezmillo, costilla)
3 litros de agua
3 chiles guajillos
2 chiles ancho
1 diente de ajo
1/4 de cebolla
Hojas de laurel
Pimienta gorda
Comino
Sal de grano
Tortillas de harina
Queso asadero
Caldo de la cocción de la carne
Birria deshebrada

beef chuck

🥗Healthier: lean beef

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Pork shoulder is often less expensive and can still be flavorful.

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Processed cheese is cheaper and melts well.

1

In a large pot, combine 1 kilo of beef with 3 liters of water, 3 guajillo chiles, 2 ancho chiles, 1 clove of garlic, 1/4 onion, bay leaves, allspice, cumin, and coarse salt.

2

Bring the mixture to a boil and then simmer until the meat is tender.

3

Once cooked, shred the beef and reserve some of the broth for later use.

4

To make quesabirrias, heat tortillas and fill them with shredded beef, asadero cheese, and a bit of the reserved broth before folding and toasting them.

Cooking Techniques

braisingtoastingfrying

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Birria TacosQuesabirria Tacos
Local Name: tacos de birria de res con queso

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