Birria de Res

Updated at: Wed, 16 Aug 2023 19:16:19 GMT

Step 1

Cut the meat into 3 or 4 even pieces. Season all the meat generously with salt.

Step 2

In a large oiled pot heated over medium heat, add the meat in batches and sear 2-3 minutes on all sides. Once seared, take out the meat and leave on the side.

Step 3

As the meat sears, remove the stems from the chiles. Add them to a cheesecloth along with the other spices, except for the minced garlic.

Step 4

Add a bit more oil to the pot back on medium heat and add chopped onions. Saute until just softened.

Step 5

Once softened, add tomato paste and cook down until paste starts to darken.

Step 6

At which point, add minced garlic and saute until fragrant and add rich beef stock. Mix together and add in chilies.

Step 7

Add the meat and spice bag

Step 8

After 1 hour remove the spice bag and take out the chiles. Return the spice bag.

Step 9

Place the chiles into a blender with a little of stock liquid and blend until smooth.

Step 10

Pour back into the stew and bring back to a simmer. Cover and braise for 90 minutes.

Step 11

Remove the meat (and any bones) and shred using a fork.

Step 12

Take a fresh tortilla and dunk in the broth completely.

Step 13

Place tortilla in a skillet set over medium heat.

Step 14

Top with shredded cheese and cook until just melted.

Step 15

On one side add the braised shredded meat with a drizzle of consomme.

Step 16

Fold the taco over cooking for 1-2 minutes. Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes.

Step 17

Serve with a ramekin filled with consomme

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