Tender Birria Bursts with Flavor | Authentic Mexican Food

dried chiles

🥗Healthier: fresh chiles

💰Cheaper: canned chiles

Fresh chiles can provide a different flavor profile, while canned chiles are often more affordable.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork can be less expensive than beef.

Season short rib with salt and black pepper, then sear and set aside.

In a pot, heat avocado oil and add guajillo, ancho, arbol, tomatoes, and white onion.

Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and let sit for ten minutes.

Blend the mixture with white vinegar, garlic confit, and water until smooth.

Add toasted spices to the blended mixture.

Deglaze the pot with beef stock, then add the chile mixture through a sieve.

Return the short rib to the pot, bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and let sit for three hours.

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