Description
Crock Pot Birria Tacos are a mouthwatering twist on the classic Mexican dish, perfect for satisfying your taco cravings. This recipe features tender beef slow-cooked in a rich, aromatic sauce made from dried chilies and spices. The slow-cooking process ensures that the meat becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender while absorbing all the delicious flavors. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply enjoying a cozy meal at home, these tacos are sure to impress everyone at your table. With easy preparation and versatile serving options, you can customize them to suit any occasion.
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
Instructions
- Soak the dried chilies in hot water for 15 minutes until softened. Blend with onion, garlic, and tomatoes until smooth.
- Place beef in the crock pot and pour the blended chili mixture over it. Add beef broth and seasonings.
- Cook on low for 8–10 hours until the beef is tender.
- Shred the beef with forks and mix it back into the sauce.
- Fry corn tortillas in oil until crispy, then fill with shredded beef mixture.
- Serve hot with cilantro and diced onions as garnish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8–10 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg