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Description
Thanks to social media, these mouthwatering tacos inspired by the original goat stew delicacy from Jalisco, Mexico are trending around the world. Beef simmers to tenderness in a richly seasoned broth, which you use for dipping the tortillas and also serve on the side for dunking the tacos. Be sure to get thick, sturdy yellow corn tortillas so they hold up when dipped. (Or if the tortillas you buy are too thin and soft, lay them out in a single layer on a kitchen towel overnight to dry out a bit, then reheat them on a griddle or a few seconds in a microwave to soften prior to frying.) A combination of smoky dried guajillo and ancho chilies, plus spices, seasons the meat and broth. Going with two kinds of chilies enhances the flavors and decreases any bitterness you might get from using guajillo chilies alone. For quesabirria tacos, simply add a sprinkle of shredded melting cheese when assembling. Look for the dried chilies at well-stocked grocery stores and Latino markets, or buy them online. The recipe is a Yummly original created by Ericka Sanchez.
Ingredients
- 6 dried guajillo chilies (or New Mexico chilies)
- 4 dried ancho chilies (or pasilla chilies)
- 2 small white onions (divided)
- 7 Roma tomatoes (1 1/4 lb. total)
- 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
- 7 garlic cloves (peeled)
- 1 tsp. black pepper
- 1 tsp. cumin seeds
- 1 tsp. dried thyme
- 1 tsp. dried oregano
- 1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 Tbsp. distilled white vinegar
- 16 cups water (divided)
- 2 tsp. salt (plus up to 2 tsp. more to taste)
- 1 1/2 lb. beef short ribs (with bones)
- 2 lb. beef shank (bone-in, or 1 1/2 lb. if boneless)
- 16 corn tortillas (yellow, thick and rustic, 5-6 inches wide, such as La Fe brand; or use handmade-style corn tortillas with corn and wheat, such as Maria and Ricardo's)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (or Monterey jack cheese, optional)
- 3/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
- lime wedges (for serving)
- radish slices (for serving)
Directions
- Cut off stems from guajillo and ancho chilies. Cut chilies lengthwise with kitchen scissors. Shake out seeds, pull off veins, and discard. Rinse chilies, then set aside. Coarsely chop enough onion to make 1 cup; set it and remaining onion aside. Quarter the tomatoes.
- Heat oil in a 6- to 8-qt. pot over medium heat. Add coarsely chopped onion, the tomatoes, and garlic. Cook, stirring often, until vegetables are slightly softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add black pepper, cumin, thyme, oregano, cinnamon, and bay leaves. Cook, stirring often, until tomatoes begin to break apart and release liquid, about 5 minutes.
NutritionView More
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Calories790Calories from Fat430 |
% DAILY VALUE |
Total Fat48g74% |
Saturated Fat19g95% |
Trans Fat0g |
Cholesterol130mg43% |
Sodium940mg39% |
Potassium1500mg43% |
Protein50g |
Calories from Fat430 |
% DAILY VALUE |
Total Carbohydrate41g14% |
Dietary Fiber10g40% |
Sugars4g |
Vitamin A110% |
Vitamin C25% |
Calcium25% |
Iron40% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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