Description
Crock Pot Birria Tacos are a delightful and comforting dish that brings the rich, authentic flavors of Mexico right to your dining table. This easy-to-make recipe features tender beef slowly simmered in a savory sauce made from dried chilies and spices, resulting in mouth-watering tacos that will have everyone asking for more. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner or enjoying a cozy night in, these tacos are sure to impress with their deliciousness and hearty appeal. Pair them with fresh toppings and your favorite sides for an unforgettable meal experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds beef chuck roast
- 3 dried guajillo chilies
- 2 dried ancho chilies
- 1 onion
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 2 cups beef broth
- Corn tortillas
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Soak the chilies in hot water for 15 minutes. Blend with onion, garlic, and diced tomatoes until smooth.
- Place the beef in the crock pot and pour the chili mixture on top. Add broth, vinegar, oregano, cumin, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
- Cook on low for 8–10 hours until the beef is tender. Shred the beef and mix it back into the sauce.
- Heat oil in a skillet. Fry tortillas dipped in broth fat until crispy on both sides.
- Fill tortillas with beef mixture, fold over, and fry again until crispy.
- Serve with broth for dipping alongside cilantro and diced onions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8–10 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking/Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (150g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg