Ingredients
Method
- Remove stems and seeds from all of the peppers. Turn on the Instant Pot to sauté mode with a couple of drizzles of oil. Fry all the peppers in the oil for a couple of minutes.
- Add all of the seasonings to the pot. Add the onion, tomatoes, and garlic. Add 3 cups of water. Cover and seal, then cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.
- Once the pressure is released, carefully transfer everything to a blender and blend until smooth.
- Add the chuck roast to the Instant Pot. Strain the blended sauce into the pot. Add 2 cups of water and 3 bay leaves. Pressure cook on high for 55 minutes to 1 hour.
- Once cooked, remove the chuck roast to a large bowl and shred. Add a couple ladles of the sauce and mix together.
To Make the Birria Tacos
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Dip a corn tortilla into the top layer of the consomé and place it onto the skillet.
- Add shredded birria beef to one side of the tortilla.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the meat.
- Fold the tortilla in half and cook until crispy and golden on both sides and the cheese is melted.
- Serve hot with a side of the consomé for dipping.
Notes
• Straining the sauce creates a smoother consomé.
• Adjust spice by increasing or decreasing arbol chiles.
• Serve with chopped onion, cilantro, and lime if desired.
• Adjust spice by increasing or decreasing arbol chiles.
• Serve with chopped onion, cilantro, and lime if desired.
