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Lamb Birria Tacos for Eid al-Adha


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  • Author: Chef Sophia
  • Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 Servings 1x

Description

Lamb Birria Tacos, a traditional Mexican dish featuring its rich lamb broth dip and crispy tortillas, brings richness and deep Mexican flavors to the taste buds.


Ingredients

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For the Lamb Birria:

  • 2 lbs lamb shoulder, cut into chunks
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 dried guajillo chilies, stemmed and seeded
  • 2 dried ancho chilies, stemmed and seeded
  • 2 dried pasilla chilies, stemmed and seeded
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 4 cups beef or chicken broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For Serving:

  • Corn tortillas
  • Chopped onion and cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges
  • Sliced radishes
  • Salsa or hot sauce of your choice

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Chilies

  • Heat a dry skillet over medium heat and toast the dried chilies for about 1-2 minutes per side until fragrant.
  • Remove the chilies from the skillet and transfer them to a bowl. Cover with hot water and let them soak for 15-20 minutes until softened.
  • Once softened, drain the chilies and transfer them to a blender along with the minced garlic, oregano, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, and a cup of the broth. Blend until smooth.

Step 2: Cook the Lamb

  • Season the lamb chunks with salt and pepper.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the seasoned lamb chunks to the pot and brown on all sides, about 5-6 minutes.
  • Pour the blended chili mixture over the browned lamb and add the remaining broth. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it cook for 2-3 hours until the lamb is tender and falls apart easily.

Step 3: Shred the Lamb

  • Once the lamb is tender, use two forks to shred it directly in the pot. Stir to combine the shredded lamb with the flavorful sauce.
  • Continue to simmer, uncovered, for an additional 20-30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together and the sauce to thicken slightly.

Step 4: Assemble the Tacos

  • Warm the corn tortillas on a dry skillet or griddle until soft and pliable.
  • Spoon some of the lamb birria onto each tortilla and fold it over.
  • Serve the tacos with chopped onion, cilantro, lime wedges, sliced radishes, and your favorite salsa or hot sauce on the side.

Notes

  • If you prefer a spicier birria, you can add more dried chilies or include some of the chili seeds when blending.
  • This lamb birria can also be made in advance and reheated before serving, allowing the flavors to develop even further.
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Category: Holidays