Chile Braised Beef Two Ways

Ingredients

• 3 pounds beef-chuck roast, halved
• Kosher salt
• 1 large white onion, halved lengthwise and peeled, plus more, chopped, for serving
• 1 head garlic, cloves separated and peeled (10 to 12)
• 2 dried bay leaves
• 6 guajillo or puya chiles, stems and seeds removed
• 2 ancho chiles, stems and seeds removed
• 3 chiles de arból, stems and seeds removed
• 4 plum tomatoes (about 1 pound total), cored
• 3 tablespoons apple-cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 2 teaspoons fresh oregano leaves, or 3/4 teaspoon dried
• Fresh cilantro and lime wedges, for serving
• Julienned or sliced radishes and diced avocado, for serving (optional)
• 6-inch corn tortillas, vegetable oil, and hot sauce (if making tacos)

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