Finger Lick’n Birria

Enjoy this yummy Birria recipe that is sure to send you and you taste bud on a wonderful ride!

Great

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

* Heat a large pan to medium heat and add the dried peppers. Dry roast them in the hot pan 1-2 minutes per side, until the skins darken.

Step 2

* Remove from heat and add the toasted peppers to a large bowl. Cover with hot water and steep until softened.


Step 3

* While the peppers are softening, heat the olive oil in the same pan to medium heat.


Step 4

* Add the onion and tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes to soften.


Step 5

* Add the garlic and cook until lightly golden.


Step 6

* Add the cooked onion, tomatoes and garlic to a blender.

Step 7

* Remove the softened chilies and add to the food processor, add some of the soaking liquid.

Step 8

* Add the seasonings to the food processor along with 1 cup beef stock. Process until smooth. It should be fairly thick. You can strain if you’d like for a smoother sauce.

Step 9

* Cut the raw meat into large chunks and add to a large bowl.

Step 10

* Pour the birria sauce over them and rub it into the meat. Cover and marinate the meat for 2 hours minimum. Overnight is better.

Step 11

* When you’re ready to cook, add the meat with all of the marinade, the chopped roasted tomatoes and remaining 3 cups beef broth to a large pot. Cover and cook at medium heat for 3 hours, or until the meat is fork tender and easy to shred. Add more beef stock for desired thinness.

Step 12

Pour Birria broth in a cup and add onion and cilantro for dipping sauce. Prepare Birria Taco and Enjoy!!

Step 13

May add squeeze of lime to dipping sauce.