Description
Learn how to make a rich and flavorful Birria Broth, also known as Birria Consomé, a traditional Mexican soup base perfect for birria tacos or as a dipping sauce. This authentic recipe uses a blend of dried chiles and aromatic spices to create a delicious broth that will elevate your dishes.
Ingredients
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Dried Chiles:
- 4 dried guajillo chiles, stemmed and seeded
- 2 dried ancho chiles, stemmed and seeded
- 2 dried pasilla chiles, stemmed and seeded
Other Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, quartered
- 5 cloves garlic, peeled
- 1 medium tomato, quartered
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 6 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Toasting the Chiles: In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the dried chiles for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Transfer to a bowl, cover with hot water, and soak for 15–20 minutes until softened.
- Sautéing Vegetables: Heat oil in the skillet and sauté onion, garlic, and tomato for 5–6 minutes until lightly browned.
- Blending the Ingredients: Drain soaked chiles and blend with sautéed vegetables, cumin, oregano, cloves, cinnamon, and 1 cup of beef broth until smooth.
- Preparing the Broth: Pour the blended mixture into a pot with the remaining beef broth. Add apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered for 20–30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Straining the Broth: For a smoother texture, strain the broth before serving.
Notes
- This broth is ideal for birria tacos or as a dipping sauce.
- To enhance the flavor, consider using roasted tomatoes or beef bones during simmering.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for longer shelf life.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
