Birria

Ingredients

• 1 kg of beef in chunks
• 2 liters of beef broth
• 2 onions, chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 chili pepper
• 2 tablespoons of dried chili
• 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons of tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons of sweet onion, chopped
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil

Method

1. In a large pot, heat the oil and the onion, sauté for 5 minutes.
2. Add the garlic, chili pepper, and dried chili, sauté for another 2 minutes.
3. Add the beef chunks, beef broth, tomato paste, red wine vinegar, sweet onion, and salt and pepper to taste.
4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer for 2 hours, or until the beef is fully tender.
5. Serving time: serve with lime and tortillas for a touch of acidity and crunch.
6. Optional: add a bay leaf for an extra flavor.