Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Remove the stems and seeds from all of the dried ancho and guajillo chiles. Add the beef stock to a medium-sized pot and bring to a boil. Add chiles, turn off the heat, cover, and allow to sit for 15-20 minutes.
- When the peppers are softened, add them to a high-powered blender or food processor along with the remaining ingredients and blend until smooth and thick.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a dutch oven over medium-high heat, add the olive oil. Once heated, add the chopped beef chunks and sear on each side, seasoning each side with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder for 3-4 minutes until golden. Remove seared meat from pot and set onto a plate with paper towel.
- In the same pot, add the onions, sautéing until fragrant and translucent, about 1-2 minutes. Add the chili paste and stir, allowing to simmer for about 1-2 minutes. Add the beef stock and water, stirring to combine. Add the seared beef and stir again, reducing the heat to low and allowing to simmer for another minute.
- Carefully transfer the dutch oven into the oven and let everything braise for about 2 ½ hours or until the beef is tender and can be easily shredded.
- Remove from oven and shred the meat until fully pulled in texture. Ensure there is a good amount of sauciness to serve over the tortillas.
- Remove 1 cup of the broth/liquid from the cooked beef and add to a small bowl. Add fresh chopped cilantro and set aside as the dipping sauce.
- In a medium non-stick skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and evenly coat using a paper towel.
- Dip a tortilla in the dipping sauce and place it in the heated skillet/pan. Fry for a few seconds. Top with shredded beef, diced onions, chopped parsley, and shredded cheese. Flip in half and allow the cheese to melt before flipping onto the opposite side for a nice char. Remove from heat once golden and repeat until all tacos are made.
- Serve with the dipping sauce, Pico de Gallo, or other accompaniments.
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Notes
Feel free to customize the ingredients and toppings based on preferences.
