04/06/2026
πΆοΈβ¨ Birria tacos hit different because of these three chillies.
Here's what you need π
πΆοΈ Guajillo β mild, fruity, tangy. The backbone of every great birria. Use the most of these.
π« Ancho β rich, earthy, hints of chocolate and raisin. Gives the broth that deep body you want to drink straight from the bowl.
π₯ Chile de Γrbol β small, sharp and spicy. Only need a few. Do not skip them.
The trick nobody tells you:
Toast them dry in a hot pan for 1-2 minutes until the skins darken. Then steep in hot water for 20 mins before blending. That one step changes everything. βοΈ
π Dried chillies and spices β link for chillies in comments