BIRRIA DE RES, BIRRIAMEN Y QUESABIRRIAS 🔥 | Munchies Lab

Adobo Ingredients

This section discusses the ingredients needed for the adobo sauce.

Adobo Ingredients

• The adobo sauce requires the following ingredients:

• Whole black pepper

• Onion

• Cinnamon (a small piece)

• Tomatillo

• Garlic

• Chile morita, chile ancho, and chile guajillo (dried peppers)

• Chile de árbol (5 pieces for spiciness)

Remove the seeds from all the peppers before using them in the adobo.

Preparing the Adobo Sauce

This section explains how to prepare the adobo sauce.

Preparing the Adobo Sauce

• Heat a comal or skillet and add a little oil.

• Lightly toast all the dried peppers on low heat to release their flavors and colors. Be careful not to burn them.

• Once toasted, place them in a pan with three cups of water and let them boil until they soften and release their color and flavor.

• Set aside to cool.

• Peel eight tomatoes by charring them directly over fire for easy removal of skin.

• Blend the peeled tomatoes along with eight tomatillos to make tomato salsa.

• In a hot pot, add three tablespoons of oil and sauté chopped onion until translucent.

• Add cloves, whole black pepper, cinnamon, peeled garlic cloves, and continue cooking until fragrant.

• Add two tablespoons of whole black pepper, two tablespoons of marjoram, three tablespoons of oregano, salt to taste, and mix well.

• Once onions are translucent, add the tomato salsa prepared earlier and let it reduce slightly until tomatoes change color and become sweeter.

• Blend previously toasted dried peppers with water to form a thick paste.

• Add the pepper paste to the pot and mix well.

• To thin out the sauce, add one liter of chicken broth while stirring continuously.

• Strain the sauce to remove any impurities, leaving behind a clean and flavorful adobo sauce.

Preparing the Masa and Sealing the Jar

This section covers preparing masa (corn dough) and sealing the jar for cooking.

Preparing Masa and Sealing the Jar

• Prepare a corn dough by mixing two cups of corn flour with one cup of hot water.

• Use this dough to seal a clay jar, ensuring that no moisture escapes during cooking.

• Let it rest.

Choosing Meat Cuts for Birria

This section discusses selecting meat cuts for birria.

Choosing Meat Cuts for Birria

• The recommended meat cuts for birria are chamba arete (beef shoulder) and costilla (beef ribs).

• These cuts contain bones that add flavor to the dish.

• Season the meat with salt according to taste preference.

Cooking Birria in Clay Jar

This section explains how to cook birria in a clay jar.

Cooking Birria in Clay Jar

• Place 4.5 liters of water in a large pot or cauldron.

• Add seasoned meat cuts into the pot along with all the marinade prepared earlier.

• Seal the clay jar using masa dough, ensuring no steam escapes during cooking.

• Place the sealed jar on top of hot charcoal or wood chunks in an outdoor grill or oven.

• Cook for approximately 3.5 hours until meat becomes tender and flavors infuse into consommé.

• Maintain a temperature of around 150-200 degrees Celsius during cooking.

Unveiling the Cooked Birria

This section reveals the cooked birria and its aroma.

Unveiling the Cooked Birria

• After cooking, remove the clay jar from heat.

• Cut open the masa seal to release the aroma of tender meat and flavorful consommé.

• The color and aroma of the birria are enticing, creating a mouthwatering experience.

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Extracting the Fat from Charcoal

The speaker explains how to extract the colorful fat that floats within charcoal using a deep spoon. This fat will be used to brown tortillas and enhance their flavor.

Extracting the Fat

• Use a deep spoon to easily extract the colorful fat from charcoal.

• The fat should not be discarded as it adds color and flavor to the dish.

• The extracted fat is perfect for browning tortillas and preparing delicious dishes.

Yellow Tortillas with Manchego Cheese

The speaker describes how yellow tortillas with pieces of Manchego cheese can create an indulgent experience.

Indulgent Combination

• Yellow tortillas with pieces of Manchego cheese create an indulgent combination.

• The scene is described as "obscene" and suitable for adults who appreciate rich flavors.

Shaping the Tortilla with Butter

The speaker emphasizes the importance of shaping the tortilla before it becomes too firm, allowing room for both meat and cheese.

Shaping Process

• Butter provides flexibility in shaping the tortilla.

• It is crucial to shape the tortilla before it becomes too firm.

• There should be enough space for both meat and cheese, ensuring harmony in flavors.

Finding Balance between Meat and Cheese

The speaker discusses finding the right balance between tender meat and melted cheese when preparing a dish.

Achieving Balance

• It is important to add an appropriate amount of tender meat that complements the melted cheese.

• There should be enough space for both ingredients without overpowering each other.

• Avoid being greedy; enjoy each bite and savor the combination of flavors.

Toasting Tortillas and Ramen

The speaker shares their desire to indulge in toasted tortillas and ramen, highlighting the process of boiling ramen with butter.

Toasting Tortillas and Ramen

• Toasted tortillas add a spectacular golden color and enviable flavor.

• The speaker boils ramen in two cups of water with three tablespoons of butter.

• After five minutes, the ramen is ready to be enjoyed with the other dishes.

Quick Pasta Preparation

The speaker demonstrates how to prepare quick pasta using a 5-minute Bible-shaped pasta.

Quick Pasta

• A 5-minute Bible-shaped pasta is boiled until cooked.

• Only the pasta should be strained, retaining the flavorful water for later use.

Combining Carnitas, Consommé, and Ramen

The speaker combines carnitas, consommé from birria, and quick pasta for a satisfying dish.

Flavorful Combination

• Strained pasta is combined with carnitas and consommé from birria.

• The dish offers a delightful fusion of flavors that satisfies cravings.

• Enjoy this copious plate filled with delicious ingredients.

Birria Consommé with Onion and Cilantro

The speaker prepares birria consommé by adding onion and cilantro to enhance its taste.

Birria Consommé Preparation

• Prepare birria consommé separately by combining onion and cilantro.

• This flavorful broth complements the other dishes perfectly.

Fusion of Latin American and Asian Cuisines

The speaker presents their version of birria and ramen fusion, combining elements from Latin American and Asian cuisines.

Fusion of Flavors

• The speaker's version involves cooking birria in a clay pot for several hours.

• The dish combines the flavors and textures of meat, consommé, and ramen.

• This fusion creates a comforting consommé with healing properties.

Satisfying Taste Experience

The speaker expresses their satisfaction with the delicious dishes prepared.

Satisfying Dishes

• The combination of flavors in the dishes is highly satisfying.

• The speaker imagines the curative properties of these dishes, especially after a night of drinking alcohol.