Description
Crock Pot Birria Tacos deliver a mouthwatering experience that brings the authentic flavors of Mexico right to your home. This slow-cooked delight features tender beef infused with a blend of rich spices and chilies, creating a savory filling wrapped in crispy tortillas. Ideal for family gatherings, game nights, or cozy dinners, these tacos are not just a meal but an experience that will impress your guests. The ease of preparation allows you to enjoy delicious food without spending hours in the kitchen. Pair them with fresh garnishes like cilantro and diced onion for an extra layer of flavor, and serve alongside hearty sides for a complete feast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds beef chuck roast
- 3 dried guajillo chilies
- 2 dried ancho chilies
- 1 onion
- 4 garlic cloves
- 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
- 2 cups beef broth
- Corn tortillas
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Soak dried chilies in hot water for 15 minutes, then blend with onion, garlic, and tomatoes until smooth.
- Place beef in the crockpot and pour the chili mixture over it. Add broth, vinegar, oregano, cumin, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
- Cook on low for 8-10 hours until the beef is tender.
- Shred beef with two forks and mix with sauce from the crockpot.
- Heat oil in a skillet; dip tortillas in broth fat and fry until crispy.
- Fill each tortilla with shredded beef mixture and fold, frying again until crispy.
- Serve hot with additional broth for dipping and garnish as desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking/Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (150g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg