Ingredients
For the Birria:
- 3 lbs chuck roast
- 1 packet of Spanglish Asadero Beef Birria seasoning
- 2 tbsp of olive oil
- 1 medium white onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 3 cups beef stock
For the empanadas:
- 1 package frozen empanada discs, defrosted
- 1 cup Oaxaca cheese
- Oil, for frying
For the consommé:
- Liquid from the beef cooking, fat separated
- Fresh cilantro
- Chopped white onion
- Lime juice
- Additional birria seasoning
Directions
To make the Birria:
- Season both sides of the chuck roast with all of the Spanglish Asadero Birria seasoning. Cut the roast into large chunks.
- Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Allow the oil to become hot but not smoking.
- Sear the Roast:
Place the seasoned chuck roast in the hot Dutch oven and sear on all sides until browned. Once browned, add the garlic and onions. - Pour the beef stock into the Dutch oven, ensuring the liquid covers the meat partially. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Cover the Dutch oven with its lid and reduce the heat to low. Allow the beef to cook slowly for about 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the meat is tender and easily shreds with a fork. Stir occasionally and check the liquid levels, adding more stock if necessary to keep the roast partially submerged.
- Once the beef is tender, remove it from the Dutch oven and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded beef to the Dutch oven.
For the consommé:
- Pour the desired amount of the beef cooking liquid into a bowl or ramekin, spooning out any excess fat.
- Add in fresh chopped cilantro, chopped white onion, and a squeeze of line juice. Add more Birria seasoning if needed.
For the empanadas:
- Heat the oil in a deep pot, ensuring enough room to submerge the empanadas.
- Add a few spoonfuls of the beef and Oaxaca to the center of each empanada shell, then fold in half and crimp with a fork.
- Fry the empanadas until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
- Serve with the cosomme for dipping.