Beef Birria is a rich and flavorful Mexican stew featuring tender chunks of beef in a savory broth. The broth is made from a variety of dried chiles and spices, and the dish is traditionally served with onions, cilantro, warm tortillas, rice, beans, and lime wedges. A delicious and hearty meal.

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Servings: 8 servings

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1 1/2 teaspoons black peppercorns

1/4 teaspoon cumin seeds

2 cloves

4 cups (945ml) homemade chicken stock or store-bought low-sodium chicken broth

2 plum (Roma) tomatoes (8 ounces; 225g)

2 tomatillos, husks removed (4 ounces; 85g)

3 guajillo chiles , stems removed

2 California chiles, stems removed

3 árbol chiles, stems removed (optional)

One 3.5-ounce pack achiote paste (100g) (see notes)

2 tablespoon gochujang (see notes)

5 medium cloves garlic

4 pounds (2kg) boneless beef chuck roast, trimmed of excess fat and cut into 2-inch steaks

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

1 cup water

1 whole yellow onion, unpeeled, ends trimmed (8 ounces; 227g)

2 whole bay leaves

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Diced white onion

Minced fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems

Warmed corn tortillas

Cooked rice (see notes)

Cooked beans

Lime wedges

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

932kcal

46%
Fat

44g

2%
Saturated Fat

15g

0%
Carbohydrates

20g

1%
Fiber

5g

0%
Sugar

6g

0%
Protein

109g

5%
Cholesterol

287mg

14%
Sodium

818mg

40%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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Birria De Res (Beef Birria)

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