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Mexican birria de res

Mexican Birria de Res: Flavorful Comfort Food You'll Love

Mexican birria de res is a hearty, comforting stew with rich flavors perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 9 hours
Total Time 9 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 3 lbs Beef Chuck Roast or brisket
  • 4 pieces Guajillo Chiles deseeded
  • 2 pieces Ancho Chilies deseeded
  • 2 pieces Arbol Chilies optional
  • 4 pieces Roma Tomatoes quarter to roast
  • 1 large White Onion or yellow onion
  • 4 cloves Garlic Cloves peeled or unpeeled
  • 4 cups Low-Sodium Beef Broth or vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar or white vinegar
  • 2 tbsp Kosher Salt
  • 1 tsp Ground Black Pepper
For the Spice Mix
  • 1 tbsp Ground Cumin
  • 1 tbsp Dried Mexican Oregano
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Cloves use sparingly
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Cinnamon just a pinch
  • 1 tsp Ground Ginger
  • 2 pieces Bay Leaves remove before serving

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • blender
  • baking sheet
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Chilies: Deseed and rinse guajillo, ancho, and arbol chilies. Simmer in water for about 15 minutes until soft.
  2. Roast Vegetables: Preheat broiler. Place tomatoes, onion, and garlic on a baking sheet and broil for 4-6 minutes until charred.
  3. Make Sauce: Blend softened chilies, roasted vegetables, beef broth, vinegar, and spices until smooth.
  4. Slow Cook: Place beef roast in slow cooker, pour sauce over, add bay leaves, season, and cook on low for 8-9 hours.
  5. Shred and Combine: Remove beef, shred, return to slow cooker, and mix in sauce.
  6. Serve: Ladle into bowls or fill tacos, garnish with onion, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For the best results, use a high-powered blender for a smooth sauce. Adjust seasoning to taste and monitor cooking time closely.

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