My Fave Birria Tacos
Get ready to enjoy My Fave Birria Tacos, a delightful twist on traditional Mexican flavors! These tacos feature tender, slow-cooked beef infused with rich spices and oozing with melted Oaxaca cheese, all wrapped in warm corn tortillas. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this recipe combines the savory depth of birria with the comfort of cheesy goodness. Each bite is a flavor explosion that will transport you straight to the heart of Mexico. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or simply enjoy a comforting meal, these homemade birria tacos are sure to be a hit!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 150 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs organic chuck roast beef
- 4 dried guajillo peppers
- 4 dried ancho chiles
- 4 chipotle peppers in adobo
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 4 garlic cloves
- 12 organic corn tortillas
- Shredded Oaxaca cheese
Instructions
- Toast guajillo and ancho peppers in a saucepan. Blend with chipotle peppers, onion, garlic, crushed tomatoes, apple cider vinegar, bay leaves, and spices until smooth.
- Sear seasoned beef chunks in olive oil until browned. Transfer to a slow cooker and add the blended sauce along with beef stock and water. Cook on low for about 150 minutes until tender.
- Warm tortillas in a skillet. Fill each with shredded beef and cheese, fold, and cook until crispy on both sides.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and Pico de Gallo before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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