Birria Tacos

Step by step

1. 1

   Toast tomatoes, onion and garlic in a dry pan.

2. 2

   Puree roasted vegetables with chili flakes, cumin, oregano, apple vinegar and a little broth.

3. 3

   Sear beef in a heavy pot.

4. 4

   Add pureed sauce, top up with broth, add bay and cinnamon.

5. 5

   Braise covered for 2.5 hours until meat falls apart.

6. 6

   Remove meat and shred.

7. 7

   Briefly dip tortillas in birria broth, fill with cheese, meat and chopped onion/cilantro.

8. 8

   Fry in pan 1–2 minutes per side until cheese melts.

9. 9

   Serve with lime and a small bowl of birria broth for dipping.