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Birria
Meat braises for hours in a chile-spice sauce, served with its rich broth in this Jalisco classic.
Hard⏱️ 3 hr 45 min📖 1 min readServes 8~560 kcal🇲🇽 Mexican🌍 Full translation
45 min prep 180 min cook
- #High Protein
- #For Guests
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Timeline
Total 3 h 45 min- Prep45 min
- Cooking3 h
Ingredients
8 servings
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For the meat
- 1.5 kg Beef shank or lamb neck
For the sauce
- 5 adet Dried guajillo chiles
- 3 adet Dried ancho chiles
- 3 adet Tomatoes
- 1 adet Onion
- 5 diş Garlic
- 3 yemek kaşığı(~45 ml) Apple cider vinegar
- 1 çay kaşığı(~5 ml) Cumin
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Oregano
For cooking
- 2 adet Bay leaves
- 5 su bardağı(~1000 ml) Meat broth
General
- 1.5 tatlı kaşığı(~15 ml) Salt
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Instructions
- 1
Remove the stems and seeds from the dried chiles.
- 2
Soften the chiles in hot water for 15 minutes.
15 min15:00 - 3
Blend the chiles, tomatoes, onion, garlic, vinegar, cumin, oregano, and salt.
- 4
Salt the meat and sear it in a pot for 8 minutes.
8 min08:00 - 5
Add the sauce, meat broth, and bay leaves.
- 6
Cover and cook over low heat for 2.5 hours.
2 hr 30 min150:00 - 7
Shred the meat and return it to its broth.
- 8
Serve with onion, cilantro, and lime.
💡 Tip: Softening and draining the chiles in hot water gives the sauce depth rather than harsh heat.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve with chopped onion, cilantro, lime, and hot corn tortillas.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Iron
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~560
kcal calories
44
g protein
18
g carbs
34
g fat
Protein 32%Carbs 13%Fat 55%
GI 23 · Low GIGL 4 · Low GL
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
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FAQ
How many servings does Birria make?
This recipe serves 8.How long does Birria take?
Prep 45 minutes, cooking 180 minutes; 225 minutes in total.Is Birria difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Birria have?
Approximately 560 kcal per serving. Protein: 44g, carbs: 18g, fat: 34g.Is Birria allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.Which cuisine does Birria belong to?
This recipe belongs to Mexican cuisine.How many ingredients does Birria need?
This recipe needs 12 ingredients.
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