Birria
Mexican · Latin America
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STOVETOP
10/10
Slow-braised beef in a deeply complex dried chile consomme, served with tortillas for dipping.
Why It Works
Toasting and rehydrating dried chiles builds layered capsaicin heat and smoky depth; the long braise renders collagen into a silky, lip-coating consomme.
Key Ingredients
beef chuck
guajillo chiles
ancho chiles
cumin
oregano
onion
tomatoes
corn tortillas
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