Christmas Birria

1.Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).

2.In a large pot, add the guajillo chilies, ancho chilies, quartered onion, garlic, bay leaves, cumin, oregano, thyme, paprika, cinnamon, cloves, allspice, vinegar, and beef broth.

3.Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.

4.Remove the pot from the heat and let it cool slightly. Discard the bay leaves.

5.Using a blender, blend the chili mixture until smooth.

6.Strain the chili sauce into a bowl, discarding any solids.

7.Cut the beef chuck roast into large chunks and season with salt and pepper.

8.In a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Sear the beef chunks until browned on all sides.

9.Pour the strained chili sauce over the seared beef, ensuring all the pieces are coated well.

10.Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven. Cook for 3 hours until the beef is tender and falls apart easily.

11.Remove the pot from the oven. Shred the beef using two forks.

12.Serve the Christmas birria in bowls with warm corn tortillas, chopped fresh cilantro, diced onions, and lime wedges on the side. Enjoy the festive flavors!