Birria Consome (Birria Sauce for dipping)

Birria Consome (Birria Sauce for dipping)

4 servings
Birria Consome is a spicy, savory dipping sauce that's perfect for tacos. This rich birria sauce is a versatile Mexican condiment that also works as the base for a delicious stew. And it's ready in just 30 minutes!

Ingredients

  • 5 Guajillo chiles

    remove stems and seeds

  • 3 Chile de arbol)

    remove stems and seeds (optional for spice

  • 1 whole Roma tomato
  • 4 cloves Garlic
  • ½ Yellow onion
  • 4 cups Water

    to cover dried chiles

  • 2 tablespoons Chicken bouillon)

    (substitute beef bouillon

  • 1 tablespoon Caldo de tomato
  • 1 whole Cinnamon stick)

    (substitute ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • 2 whole Bay leaves
  • 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano

    ground

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    Add your chiles, tomato, garlic, and onion to a large stockpot. Cover them with water and bring to a boil for about 10 minutes, or until all of the vegetables and chiles are softened.  

  2. 2

    Remove them from the heat and allow them to cool for a few minutes. Once they have cooled down, add all of the chiles, tomato, garlic, and onion to a blender with about 1 cup of the water it boiled in. Reserve the remaining water for straining. 

  3. 3

    Blend the sauce on high for 3-5 minutes, until everything is pretty smooth. You can pour this mixture directly into the pot with the remaining water from the boil, or for an even smoother texture, strain it through a fine mesh strainer. 

  4. 4

    Add the boiling liquid from the pot as-needed to help the sauce mixture get through the fine mesh strainer. If the sauce is still too thick, add water to get your desired consistency. 

  5. 5

    Bring the birria sauce to a low simmer, and add in the seasonings including the chicken bouillon, caldo de tomato, the cinnamon stick, bay leaves, oregano, and cumin. Remove the cinnamon stick after the first five minutes, and allow the sauce to continue to simmer for 20 more minutes. 

  6. 6

    Serve with onions and cilantro, a squeeze of lime,and eat with your favorite tacos, taquitos, or add beef and additional toppings to enjoy as a soup!

Birria Consome (Birria Sauce for dipping)

Birria Consome (Birria Sauce for dipping)

30 min4 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving the rich, spicy flavor that makes birria tacos truly unforgettable? This Birria Consome delivers that authentic Mexican experience, ready in just 30 minutes, perfect for dipping your favorite tacos or as a savory stew base.

What sets this birria sauce apart is its deep, complex flavor profile, built from a thoughtful blend of dried chiles, aromatic spices like cinnamon and cumin, and savory enhancers like chicken (or beef) bouillon. This recipe is designed to bring that classic birria depth quickly, making it accessible for any weeknight meal.

You can expect a velvety, rich red sauce with a harmonious balance of earthy spice and savory notes. The aroma of roasted chiles and warm spices will fill your kitchen, promising a truly comforting and satisfying experience. This versatile Mexican condiment is designed to be full of flavor without being overly difficult to prepare, offering a taste reminiscent of your favorite taqueria.

Easily adjust the spice level by including or omitting the chile de arbol. For a deeper savory note, ensure you use beef bouillon if preferred over chicken. If a cinnamon stick isn't on hand, a simple ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon can be substituted. You can also vary the amount of caldo de tomato for a bolder tomato flavor.

This Birria Consome is the ultimate dipping sauce for any taco night, transforming simple tortillas into a flavorful feast. It also makes an incredible, robust base for a hearty stew, perfect for a cozy meal.

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