The OG Birria Grilled Cheese

5h
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Season beef short ribs with salt and pepper.
  2. 2Toast and soak chilies and garlic.
  3. 3Blend the chilies, garlic, onion, and other seasonings for the sauce.
  4. 4Sear the beef short ribs.
  5. 5Add the sauce, bay leaf, and cinnamon stick to the pot with the seared beef.
  6. 6Braised for 4 to 5 hours until the beef is falling off the bone.
  7. 7Shred the beef and separate to make the consommé.
  8. 8Add cheese to the bread with the shredded beef.
  9. 9Toast the bread until it is crispy.
  10. 10Slice the grilled cheese and serve.

Ingredients

  • 4 pieces beef short ribs
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 6 pieces chilies
  • 1 medium onion
  • 1 tsp other seasonings
  • 1 cup braising liquid
  • 1 piece bay leaf
  • 1 piece cinnamon stick
  • 1 cup cheese
  • 2 slices bread

Equipment

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