Crockpot Birria Tacos
Crockpot Birria Tacos are a mouthwatering Mexican delicacy featuring tender, slow-cooked beef enveloped in warm corn tortillas. Infused with rich spices and served with fresh toppings, these tacos offer an unforgettable flavor experience perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners. With minimal effort and maximum taste, they are sure to delight your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs chuck roast
- 4 dried guajillo chiles
- 3 dried ancho chiles
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 5 garlic cloves
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp Mexican oregano
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- Small corn tortillas (for serving)
Instructions
- Remove stems and seeds from chiles; soak in hot water for 15 minutes.
- Blend soaked chiles with garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, and 1 cup of beef broth until smooth.
- Trim excess fat from the chuck roast and cut into chunks; season with salt and pepper.
- Place meat in the crockpot; pour the blended sauce and remaining beef broth over it.
- Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4-5 hours until meat is fork-tender.
- Shred the beef in the crockpot or transfer to a bowl first. Serve in warm tortillas topped with cilantro, diced onions, lime wedges, and a side of consomé.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - Sear the meat before placing it in the crockpot for added flavor. - Substitute chicken thighs for beef if desired; adjust cooking time as needed. - Customize toppings with avocado slices or pickled onions for extra flair.