Wagyu Birria Style Tacos
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Category
Tacos
Servings
6-8
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
4 hours
Author:
Jonah Chusid
Birria tacos are all the buzz these days. Using some less desirable cuts of fullblood wagyu from the chuck primal can result in some out of this world wagyu brirria tacos. Follow the steps below to have yours!
Ingredients
3 cups water
3 cups beef stock
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1 3.5 Lb Kosher Wagyu Chuck Roast
1 grilled or charred onion
1 full garlic head - cut open / unpeeled
1 carrot, rough chop
2 bay leaves
4 chilis - ancho or guajillo are best. This will make the dish authentic, but can be skipped in unavailable.
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1 tbsp chili powder
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1 tbsp oregano
½ tbsp cumin
salt to taste
Corn or flour tortillas
1 bunch cilantro
Directions
Add water, broth, onion, garlic carrot, bay leaves, chilies, and seasoning to a pot and bring to a boil
Sear wagyu chuck roast for 5 minutes on each side to build a nice crust
Combine the kosher wagyu with the broth mixture in a dutch oven
Braise for 4+ hours until fork tender
Rest for 30 minutes
Shred beef in pot and mix
Heat a pan on low-medium heat
Dip tortillas in braising liquid
Sear tortillas and add beef with cilantro and onion
ENJOY!