Turn up the heat with this bold twist on traditional Mexican birria!
Tender, slow-cooked beef is simmered in a rich red chile sauce infused with the fiery bite of Mad Dog 357 Scorpion Hot Sauce—one of the hottest sauces on the planet. Served in crispy, cheesy tacos and paired with a flavorful consomé for dipping, this dish is not for the faint of heart. 🌋🌮 Perfect for spice lovers craving authentic flavor with a devilish kick. 🔥
Warning: Extra napkins and maybe a glass of milk recommended! 🥵🥛
📝 Ingredients:
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🥩 3 lbs beef chuck roast or short ribs
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🌶️ 4 dried guajillo chiles
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🌶️ 2 dried ancho chiles
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🧄 4 garlic cloves
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🧅 1 white onion (halved)
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🍅 2 Roma tomatoes
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🥄 2 tsp ground cumin
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🥄 1 tsp dried oregano
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🧂 Salt & pepper to taste
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🍃 2 bay leaves
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🍗 4 cups beef broth
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🌶️🔥 1/2 tsp Mad Dog 357 Scorpion Hot Sauce (⚠️ Super spicy! Use carefully!)
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🌮 Corn tortillas (for serving)
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🧀 Shredded Oaxaca cheese (optional)
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🌿 Fresh cilantro & chopped onions (for garnish)
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🍋 Lime wedges (for serving)
👨🍳 Instructions:
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Prep the Chiles
🔥 Remove stems & seeds from dried guajillo and ancho chiles.
🍳 Toast them lightly on a skillet (30 seconds per side) until fragrant.
💦 Soak in hot water for 15 minutes until soft. -
Make the Sauce
🧄 Blend softened chiles, garlic, tomatoes, cumin, oregano, half the onion, and 1 cup broth until smooth.
🌶️ Add Mad Dog 357 Scorpion Hot Sauce and blend carefully. (This is lava! 🧨🔥) -
Sear the Meat
🥩 Season beef with salt & pepper.
🍳 In a large pot, sear the beef on all sides until browned. -
Cook the Birria
🍲 Add the chili sauce to the pot with beef.
🧅 Add remaining onion half, bay leaves, and remaining broth.
🕰️ Simmer on low heat for 3–4 hours (or in a slow cooker for 6–8 hours) until beef is fall-apart tender.
🍴 Shred the beef once cooked. -
Serve It Up!
🌮 Dip tortillas in the red broth, fry lightly, fill with beef and cheese, and fold into tacos.
🧀 Fry until crispy and golden.
🍋 Serve with broth on the side for dipping — add cilantro, onions, and lime juice on top.
⚠️ Spice Warning!
Mad Dog 357 Scorpion Hot Sauce is extremely hot 🌡️🔥 — adjust to your spice level or omit if needed!