Tender, slow-cooked beef in a rich, smoky chile sauce, stuffed into cheesy, pan-fried tortillas. Served with a side of the savory consomé for dipping, this dish is the ultimate comfort food.
Prep45 min
Cook240 min
Soak30 min
Servings4
Serving size: 1 serving(3 tacos and 1 cup of consomé for dipping)
1610cal
108gprotein
71gcarbs
Ingredients
3 lb Beef Chuck Roast (Cut into 3-inch chunks)
8 pieces Dried Guajillo Chiles (Stems and seeds removed)
4 pieces Dried Ancho Chiles (Stems and seeds removed)
4 pieces Chiles de Árbol (Optional, for extra heat)
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About Birria Tacos, Cilantro Lime Rice, Lachha Pyaaz and Key Lime Pie
Melt-in-mouth birria tacos with aromatic consommé – pure comfort food, perfectly spiced.
This mexican_american dish is perfect for dinner. With 2428.54 calories and 121.5g of protein per serving, it's a nutritious choice for your meal plan.
103gfat
2 pieces Bay Leaves
1 tbsp Mexican Oregano
1 tsp Cumin Seeds
4 pieces Whole Cloves
1 inch Cinnamon Stick
1.5 tsp Salt (Plus more to taste)
1 tsp Black Peppercorns
2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
12 pieces Corn Tortillas (Good quality)
2 cup Oaxaca Cheese (Shredded)
0.5 cup Cilantro (Chopped, for garnish)
2 pieces Limes (Cut into wedges for serving)
Instructions
1
Toast and Rehydrate the Chiles
Heat a dry cast-iron skillet or comal over medium heat. Working in batches, toast the dried chiles for 30-60 seconds per side until they become fragrant and slightly change color. Be careful not to burn them, as this will make the sauce bitter.
Place the toasted chiles in a medium bowl and cover them with 4 cups of very hot water. Use a plate to keep them submerged. Let them soak for 30 minutes until they are soft and pliable.
2
Sear the Beef
While the chiles soak, pat the beef chunks dry with paper towels and season them generously on all sides with salt.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, add the beef in a single layer (work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding).
Sear the beef for 3-4 minutes per side, until a deep brown crust forms. Transfer the seared beef to a plate and set aside.
3
Create the Adobo Sauce
Drain the softened chiles, reserving 1 cup of the soaking liquid. Place the chiles in a blender.
Add the quartered onion, garlic cloves, halved tomatoes, apple cider vinegar, Mexican oregano, cumin seeds, cloves, cinnamon stick, peppercorns, 1.5 tsp of salt, and the reserved 1 cup of chile soaking liquid to the blender.
Blend on high for 2-3 minutes, until the mixture is completely smooth. If needed, add a splash of beef broth to help it blend.
Place a fine-mesh sieve over the pot used to sear the beef and pour the blended sauce through it. Use a spatula to press the solids and extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids left in the sieve.
4
Simmer the Birria Stew
Return the seared beef to the pot with the strained adobo sauce. Add the remaining 6 cups of beef broth and the bay leaves. Stir to combine.
Bring the stew to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer gently for 3.5 to 4 hours. The beef should be fall-apart tender when done.
5
Prepare the Meat and Consomé
Carefully remove the tender beef from the pot and place it on a large plate or cutting board. Use two forks to shred the meat. You can chop it for a finer texture if you prefer.
The remaining liquid in the pot is your consomé. Skim the bright red layer of fat from the surface and transfer it to a shallow bowl. This fat is essential for frying the tacos.
Taste the consomé and adjust seasoning with more salt if needed. You can add some of the shredded beef back into the consomé to keep it moist.
6
Assemble and Fry the Tacos
Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
Dip a corn tortilla into the skimmed fat, ensuring both sides are coated.
Place the coated tortilla on the hot skillet. Immediately sprinkle a layer of shredded Oaxaca cheese on one half, followed by a generous portion of the shredded beef.
Fold the other half of the tortilla over the filling. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, pressing down gently with a spatula, until the tortilla is crispy and golden-brown and the cheese is fully melted.
Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
7
Serve
Serve the hot, crispy tacos immediately. Ladle the warm consomé into small bowls for dipping.
Garnish both the tacos and the consomé with finely chopped white onion and fresh cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over.
289cal
5gprotein
57gcarbs
4gfat
Ingredients
1.5 cup long-grain white rice (Basmati or Jasmine rice work well)
3 cup water (or use vegetable broth for more flavor)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
1 pcs bay leaf (optional, for a subtle aromatic flavor)
0.5 cup cilantro (freshly chopped, packed)
3 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed, from about 2 medium limes)
1 tsp lime zest (from 1 lime)
Instructions
1
Rinse the rice thoroughly. Place the rice in a fine-mesh sieve and rinse under cold running water for 1-2 minutes, swishing it with your hand, until the water runs clear. Drain well.
2
Toast the rice. Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the drained rice and stir constantly for 2-3 minutes until the grains are fragrant and the edges become translucent.
3
Add liquid and bring to a boil. Pour in the water (or broth), add the salt and the optional bay leaf. Stir once to combine, then increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
4
Simmer the rice. As soon as it boils, reduce the heat to the lowest possible setting, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let it simmer for 15 minutes. Do not lift the lid during this time.
5
Rest the rice. After 15 minutes, remove the pot from the heat and let it stand, still covered, for an additional 5-10 minutes. This step is crucial for allowing the steam to finish cooking the grains perfectly.
6
Add flavorings and serve. Remove the lid and discard the bay leaf. Add the chopped cilantro, fresh lime juice, and lime zest. Use a fork to gently fluff the rice, separating the grains and evenly distributing the ingredients. Serve immediately.
1 tsp Kashmiri Red Chilli Powder (Adjust to your spice preference)
1 tsp Chaat Masala
0.5 tsp Salt (Or use a mix of black salt and regular salt)
1 pc Green Chilli (Finely chopped, optional for extra heat)
2 tbsp Coriander Leaves (Freshly chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
1
Prepare the Onions
Peel the red onions and slice them into thin, uniform rings, about 1/8-inch thick. A mandoline slicer works best for this.
Gently separate the slices into individual rings and place them in a large bowl.
2
Soak for Crispness
Add the ice cubes and cold water to the bowl, ensuring all onion rings are fully submerged.
Let the onions soak for 10-15 minutes. This crucial step makes them incredibly crisp and mellows their sharp, pungent flavor.
3
Drain and Dry Thoroughly
Drain the onions completely using a colander.
Spread the onion rings on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and pat them completely dry. Removing all excess moisture is key to preventing a watery salad.
4
Season and Toss
Transfer the dry onion rings to a clean mixing bowl.
1.5 cup graham cracker crumbs (from about 10-12 full sheets)
0.25 cup granulated sugar
6 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
4 pcs large egg yolks (save whites for meringue if desired)
14 oz sweetened condensed milk (one can)
0.67 cup key lime juice (freshly squeezed is highly recommended)
1 tbsp key lime zest (finely grated)
1 cup heavy whipping cream (chilled)
2 tbsp powdered sugar (sifted)
0.5 tsp vanilla extract
1 pcs lime wheels (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
1
Prepare the Crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar. Pour in the melted butter and stir with a fork until the mixture resembles wet sand.
Firmly press the crumb mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate. Use the bottom of a measuring cup to get a compact, even layer.
Bake the crust for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack before adding the filling.
2
Make the Filling
In a large bowl, whisk the egg yolks for about 2 minutes until they become pale and slightly thickened.
Gradually whisk in the sweetened condensed milk until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
Add the Key lime juice and zest. Whisk until just combined and the mixture has thickened slightly. Do not overmix.
3
Bake the Pie
Pour the filling into the completely cooled graham cracker crust and spread evenly.
Sprinkle with Kashmiri red chilli powder, chaat masala, salt, and the optional finely chopped green chilli.
Pour the fresh lemon juice over the top.
5
Garnish and Serve Immediately
Gently toss everything together with your hands or two forks until the onion rings are evenly coated with the spices.
Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves.
Serve immediately to enjoy the best crispy texture.
Bake for 15-17 minutes. The pie is done when the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle (like gelatin). Be careful not to let it brown.
4
Cool and Chill
Let the pie cool on a wire rack for 1 hour at room temperature.
Once cooled, cover loosely with plastic wrap (be careful not to touch the surface) and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to set completely.
5
Prepare Topping and Serve
Just before serving, in a chilled bowl, beat the cold heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form, about 2-3 minutes.
Spoon or pipe the whipped cream over the chilled pie.
Garnish with extra lime zest or thin lime wheels, if desired. Serve cold.
