How to Make Birria

In this birria recipe, chunks of juicy lamb and tender beef are braised in a broth of dried chilis, toasted spices, onion, and tomatoes, then shredded and garnished with diced onion, cilantro, and fresh limes.

Birria

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What goes in Birria?

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Key Ingredients: – Meat – Dried chile peppers – Onion, Tomatoes, Garlic – Herbs and spices – Orange juice – Apple cider vinegar Swipe up for the full list!

Prepare chilies by cutting open and removing seeds. Toast in a skillet until fragrant, avoiding overheating. Soak in simmering water for 15-30 minutes.

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How to Make Birria

Brown onion and tomatoes in a skillet over high heat. Add olive oil, garlic, and tomatoes, cook for 1-2 minutes. Toast spices, cumin seeds, black peppercorns, cloves, and cinnamon stick, and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

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How to Make Birria

Mix dried herbs, seasoning, onions, garlic, tomatoes, ginger, thyme, oregano, marjoram, and ginger in toasted spices. Remove from heat. Blend in a high-speed blender with rehydrated chilies and soaking liquid until smooth.

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Cook chili sauce in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat with bay leaves, orange just, and apple cider vinegar. Add beef and lamb, simmer for 3-4 hours, cover, reduce heat, and serve garnished with white onion, cilantro, and lime juice.

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How to Make Birria

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