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Birria (Slow Cooker)

Birria (Slow Cooker)
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Experience the rich, comforting flavors of Birria (Slow Cooker), a slow-cooked beef stew that will warm your heart and satisfy your cravings. This dish features tender beef chuck roast simmered in a flavorful blend of spices, chilies, and aromatic vegetables. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, Birria is versatile enough to be served as a hearty stew or transformed into mouthwatering tacos. With minimal prep time and the convenience of a slow cooker, you can set it and forget it while the flavors meld beautifully. Enjoy this authentic Mexican-inspired meal any night of the week!

Ingredients

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  • 4 pounds beef chuck roast
  • 10 guajillo chiles
  • 5 ancho chilies
  • 3 arbol chilies
  • 2 Roma tomatoes
  • 1 white onion
  • 6 garlic cloves
  • 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
  • ½ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • 3 bay leaves
  • Chopped onion (for serving)
  • Cilantro (for serving)
  • Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chilies by deseeding and rinsing them.
  2. Simmer guajillo, ancho, and arbol chilies in water for 15 minutes until softened.
  3. Broil tomatoes, onion, and garlic until lightly charred.
  4. Blend softened chilies with roasted vegetables, broth, vinegar, salt, pepper, and spices until smooth.
  5. Place beef in the slow cooker, pour sauce over it, add bay leaves, and cook on low for 8-9 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
  6. Shred the cooked beef and mix it back with the sauce.
  7. Serve hot as a stew or in tacos with toppings.

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