birria burrito

Ingredients

• 1 pound beef chuck roast
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 2 cups beef broth
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 4 large flour tortillas
• 1 cup shredded cheese (such as Monterey Jack or Cheddar)
• Chopped cilantro, for garnish
• Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat...: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat; add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion becomes translucent

2. 2

   Season the beef chuck roast with salt and...: Season the beef chuck roast with salt and pepper; add it to the pot and brown the meat on all sides, about 5 minutes per side

3. 3

   Stir in the tomato paste, cumin, oregano, and...: Stir in the tomato paste, cumin, oregano, and chili powder, coating the meat and onions evenly; cook for an additional 2 minutes to toast the spices

4. 4

   Pour in the beef broth and bring the...: Pour in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a boil; reduce the heat to low; cover the pot; simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily shreddable

5. 5

   Once cooked, remove the beef from the pot...: Once cooked, remove the beef from the pot and shred it using two forks; return the shredded beef to the pot; stir it into the flavorful broth; simmer for another 10-15 minutes to absorb the flavors

6. 6

   Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium...: Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat; warm the flour tortillas for a few seconds on each side

7. 7

   Assemble the burritos by placing a tortilla on...: Assemble the burritos by placing a tortilla on a flat surface; spoon a generous amount of the shredded beef and broth onto the tortilla and top with a sprinkle of shredded cheese and some chopped cilantro

8. 8

   Fold the sides of the tortilla inward and...: Fold the sides of the tortilla inward and roll it tightly from bottom to top, creating a burrito shape; repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling

9. 9

   Garnish the burritos with additional cilantro and lime...: Garnish the burritos with additional cilantro and lime wedges on the side and serve with additional broth for dipping

10. 10

    Enjoy!