Description
Crock Pot Birria Tacos are a delightful twist on traditional Mexican cuisine, combining rich flavors and tenderness in every bite. Originating from the state of Jalisco, Birria is a savory stew typically made with beef, goat, or lamb, known for its warm, comforting spices. The dish has surged in popularity, particularly in taco form, where the incredible flavor transforms soft corn tortillas into something magical.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 to 4 pound beef chuck roast
- 4 to 6 dried guajillo chiles
- 2 to 3 dried ancho chiles
- 1 to 2 chipotle peppers in adobo
- 1 onion
- 4 to 6 garlic cloves
- 1/2 to 1 cup crushed tomatoes
- 2 to 4 cup beef broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tablespoon vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Toast the dried chiles in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant.
- Soak the toasted chiles in hot water for about 15 minutes or until softened.
- In your blender, combine the soaked chiles with chopped onion, garlic, tomatoes, beef broth, vinegar, cumin, oregano, cinnamon, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- Place your beef in the crock pot and pour the blended chile sauce over it. Toss in the bay leaves.
- Set your crock pot to low and cook for about 8 hours or until the meat is tender and easily shredded.
- Once the beef is fork-tender, remove it from the crock pot and shred it into bite-sized pieces. Return it to the broth.
- Dip corn tortillas in the consommé to soak up the flavors.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and place the dipped tortilla in the skillet.
- Sprinkle on shredded cheese, add shredded beef, diced onion, and fresh cilantro. Fold the taco and cook until golden and slightly crispy, flipping halfway through.
Notes
For serving, have corn tortillas, shredded Oaxaca or mozzarella cheese, diced onion, chopped cilantro, and lime wedges ready.
Ensure to use fresh ingredients for depth of flavor and adjust seasoning as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg