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Meat • 15 de Sep de 2025

Recipe of Oven-Baked Brisket Barbecue with Fried Tacos and Manzano Chile Sauce

Q: How difficult is it to prepare Oven-Baked Brisket Barbecue with Fried Tacos and Manzano Chile Sauce?

This recipe has a Difficult difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.

Q: How long does it take to prepare Oven-Baked Brisket Barbecue with Fried Tacos and Manzano Chile Sauce?

The preparation time is 30 minutes and the cooking time is 720 minutes.

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Recipe of Oven-Baked Brisket Barbecue with Fried Tacos and Manzano Chile Sauce

Discover the art of barbecue with this recipe that will teach you how to prepare a tender and juicy brisket, perfect for enjoying in irresistible crispy tacos. The combination of manzano chili sauce and pickled red onion enhances every bite, offering an explosion of flavors that will delight your guests. With a prolonged cooking time, this dish becomes a unique culinary experience worth sharing. Perfect for family gatherings or special celebrations, the brisket is slow-cooked in the oven, ensuring that each piece is infused with flavor and tenderness. Get ready to enjoy an authentic Mexican delight!

Recipe Summary

Preparation

30 min

Cooking

720 min

Servings

Difficulty

Difficult

Instructions

Step 1

Brisket Preparation:

Step 2

Get a brisket weighing approximately 5 to 6 kilos.

Step 3

Do not remove any fat; use it as it comes naturally.

Step 4

Cut the brisket into several pieces to make the process easier.

Step 5

Sealing the Meat:

Step 6

Prepare your grill with charcoal, ensuring an even and very strong heat bed.

Step 7

Seal the meat on all sides.

Step 8

Turn it over approximately every 20 seconds.

Step 9

Preparation of the Garlic Paste and Seasoning:

Step 10

In a mortar, crush 2 whole heads of raw garlic with a drizzle of olive oil until it forms a paste.

Step 11

Add more olive oil to the garlic paste.

Step 12

Massage the sealed meat with the garlic paste.

Step 13

In a coffee or spice grinder, grind about 3-4 tablespoons of a pepper blend.

Step 14

Generously season the meat with the freshly ground pepper and flaky sea salt.

Step 15

Assembly of the Barbacoa in the Pot:

Step 16

Place a layer of banana leaves at the bottom of a steamer pot.

Step 17

Arrange the seasoned brisket pieces inside the pot.

Step 18

Add 1 cinnamon stick and 3-4 bay leaves.

Step 19

Pour in approximately a quarter cup of homemade or store-bought beef broth.

Step 20

Cover the barbacoa with more banana leaves.

Step 21

Seal the pot tightly with its lid and then wrap it well with aluminum foil.

Step 22

Cooking the Barbacoa:

Step 23

Preheat the oven to 150°C (300°F).

Step 24

Put the pot in the oven for 12 hours.

Step 25

Preparation of the Pickled Red Onion with Habanero (5 days before):

Step 26

Finely slice the red onion.

Step 27

Add habanero peppers and 4-6 crushed garlic cloves.

Step 28

Place everything in a glass jar.

Step 29

In a pot, boil equal parts of water and apple cider vinegar.

Step 30

Pour this hot mixture over the onions in the jar.

Step 31

Seal and refrigerate for 5 days.

Step 32

Preparation of the Chile Manzano Sauce:

Step 33

Boil 3 red tomatoes, 2 tomatillos, and 5 chile manzanos.

Step 34

Remove the tomatillos after 2 minutes.

Step 35

Remove the seeds from the chile manzanos.

Step 36

Blend the cooked chiles with approximately a quarter cup of water, 2-3 crushed garlic cloves, a piece of raw white onion, and salt and pepper to taste.

Step 37

Finishing the Sauce:

Step 38

In a hot skillet with oil, pour in the blended sauce.

Step 39

Let it simmer over medium heat for 10-12 minutes.

Step 40

Shredding the Barbacoa:

Step 41

After 12 hours, remove the pot from the oven.

Step 42

Shred all the meat and place it in a container.

Step 43

Preparation of the Golden Tacos:

Step 44

Warm the corn tortillas.

Step 45

Fill each tortilla with enough barbacoa.

Step 46

Fold the tortillas like quesadillas.

Step 47

Heat a large skillet with 2 tablespoons of lard.

Step 48

Place the tacos in the skillet and fry them until golden brown.

Step 49

Remove excess fat with a paper towel.

Step 50

Plating:

Step 51

Place the golden tacos on a plate.

Step 52

Serve the hot chile manzano sauce over the tacos.

Step 53

Sprinkle crumbled fresh cheese on top.

Step 54

Accompany with avocado slices and pickled red onion.

Step 55

Enjoy this flavor explosion!

Tips for this recipe

Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Oven-Baked Brisket Barbecue with Fried Tacos and Manzano Chile Sauce and get the best results.

Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning
For recipes requiring long cooking time, maintain low and steady temperature

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