Beef Birria Tacos
Beef Birria Tacos are a delicious Mexican dish featuring tender beef served in corn tortillas with a rich broth for dipping.
Ingredients
For the beef filling
- 2 pounds beef chuck roast
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 dried guajillo chiles, stemmed and seeded
- 2 dried ancho chiles, stemmed and seeded
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 2 cups beef broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste Adjust to your preference
For assembly and garnish
- Corn tortillas, as needed
- Shredded cheese (like Oaxaca or mozzarella), as needed
- Chopped cilantro and onion for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- In a slow cooker, mix the beef chuck roast, chopped onion, minced garlic, dried guajillo and ancho chiles, cumin, oregano, beef broth, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours.
- Once the cooking time is over, take the beef out and shred it with two forks.
Assembly
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Place a corn tortilla in the skillet. On one half of the tortilla, add a generous amount of shredded beef and a sprinkle of shredded cheese.
- Fold the tortilla over the filling. Cook until the tortilla is crispy and the cheese is melted, usually 2-3 minutes per side.
- Serve the tacos warm, accompanied by the consommé for dipping. Garnish with chopped cilantro and onion for extra flavor.
Notes
These tacos can be served with sides like Spanish rice, refried beans, pickled onions, fresh salad, or spicy salsa. Store leftovers in airtight containers.