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Crock Pot Birria Tacos


  • Author: emily
  • Total Time: 495 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Carnivore

Description

Delicious and savory beef tacos made with slow-cooked birria, perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef chuck roast
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 dried guajillo chiles, stems removed
  • 2 dried ancho chiles, stems removed
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • Corn tortillas
  • Chopped cilantro and onion for serving
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Toast the dried chiles for a few minutes until fragrant, then soak them in hot water for 15 minutes.
  2. Combine the soaked chiles, garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, and a bit of the soaking liquid in a blender; blend until smooth.
  3. Place the beef chuck roast in the Crock Pot and pour the chile mixture over it. Add the bay leaf and beef broth.
  4. Cook on low for 480 minutes or until the meat is tender and shreds easily.
  5. Remove the meat, shred it with two forks, and return it to the sauce.
  6. Warm the corn tortillas, fill them with the birria, and serve with chopped cilantro, onion, and lime wedges.

Notes

Let the beef marinate in the sauce for a few hours before cooking for enhanced flavor. Consider doubling the recipe for leftovers.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 480 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: Birria Tacos, Crock Pot, Mexican Tacos, Slow Cooked Tacos