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Mexico From Andrea Aguirre 's kitchen in Mexico.
Originally published on Cookpad Mexico as Birria de res, with US measurements.
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Beef Birria

Andrea Aguirre
Andrea Aguirre @Andrea26aguirre
Guadalajara jalisco❤️

This dish is a staple in Mexican homes, perfect for parties, gatherings, or just to satisfy a craving. This is the easiest way to make it.

This dish is a staple in Mexican homes, perfect for parties, gatherings, or just to satisfy a craving. This is the easiest way to make it.

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Beef Birria

Andrea Aguirre
Andrea Aguirre @Andrea26aguirre
Guadalajara jalisco❤️

This dish is a staple in Mexican homes, perfect for parties, gatherings, or just to satisfy a craving. This is the easiest way to make it.

This dish is a staple in Mexican homes, perfect for parties, gatherings, or just to satisfy a craving. This is the easiest way to make it.

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Ingredients

3 hours
Serves 5 servings
  • 3 1/3 lbsbeef for birria (about 1.5 kg)
  • 4tomatoes
  • 1onion
  • 10 clovesgarlic
  • 2dried mirasol chiles
  • 1dried ancho chile
  • 1 teaspooncumin
  • 1 teaspoonthyme
  • 1 teaspoonmarjoram or oregano
  • 1 teaspoonblack pepper
  • 1 teaspoonallspice
  • 1 teaspooncloves
  • 1 teaspoonbay leaf
  • 1small piece cinnamon stick
  • 2 tablespoonsoil
  • Salt
  • 21 cupswater (about 5 liters)
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Steps

3 hours
  1. 1

    Wash the beef thoroughly.
    In a large pot, bring 16 cups of water (about 4 liters) to a boil.

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    A picture of step 1 of Beef Birria.
  2. 2

    Once the water is boiling, add the beef. Wait a few minutes, then skim off any foam to keep the broth clear.

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    A picture of step 2 of Beef Birria.
  3. 3

    Chop the tomatoes and onion, and peel the garlic cloves.

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    A picture of step 3 of Beef Birria.
    A picture of step 3 of Beef Birria.
  4. 4

    In another saucepan, heat the two tablespoons of oil. Add the garlic and onion first. After 3 minutes, add the tomatoes and cover. Cook for 5 minutes.

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    A picture of step 4 of Beef Birria.
    A picture of step 4 of Beef Birria.
  5. 5

    Meanwhile, clean the chiles and set aside. In a small bowl, combine all the spices so they're ready to use. Use 1 teaspoon of each.

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    A picture of step 5 of Beef Birria.
  6. 6

    After 5 minutes, add the spices and chiles to the saucepan and cook for 1 minute.
    Then add 5 cups of water (about 1 liter) and salt to taste. The water helps soften the chiles so they can be blended.
    Let it boil for 10 minutes, then turn off the heat.

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    A picture of step 6 of Beef Birria.
    A picture of step 6 of Beef Birria.
  7. 7

    Once the mixture has cooled, transfer it to a blender and blend until very smooth.

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  8. 8

    Strain the sauce to get a clear consommé without impurities.
    Check the salt and let it cook with the beef for about 3 hours. Be sure to check the meat every hour.

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    A picture of step 8 of Beef Birria.
  9. 9

    Done!
    After three hours, you'll have a birria full of color and flavor.
    You can chop the meat and serve it with the consommé.

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  10. 10

    Or you can make quesabirrias: just skim off the fat, crisp up tortillas with cheese and meat, and enjoy. That's it.
    Hope you enjoyed the recipe!

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Andrea Aguirre
Andrea Aguirre @Andrea26aguirre
Published in the US on September 03, 2025 14:01
Guadalajara jalisco❤️
¡Hola!Soy Andrea y tengo 25 años.A los 15 años despertó mi interés por la cocina, miraba por horas videos de recetas en YouTube y Facebook. La primer receta que hice fue una deliciosa pasta blanca.A los 19 años comencé hacer recetas más elaboradas y hasta la fecha.Aquí les estaré compartiendo algunas de mis recetas, a mi estilo☺️
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