Easy Birria Tacos with Consomme

These Easy Birria Tacos made in a slow cooker offer tender beef packed with vibrant flavors, complemented by a rich consomme for dipping.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 8

Total Time 8 30

Course Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine Mexican

Servings servings

Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients

For the Birria

2-3 pounds Beef chuck roast, boneless Cut into large chunks
2 tablespoons Olive oil For searing the beef
2 cups Yellow onions Sliced (about 2-3 onions)
4 cloves Garlic Minced (about 4 teaspoons)
2 pieces Dried Ancho chiles Dried chiles for flavor
½ teaspoon Ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon Ground Cumin
½ teaspoon Ground Smoked Paprika Or use ground chipotle pepper
½ teaspoon Dried thyme Ground or whole
1 tablespoon Dried oregano
2 teaspoons Salt
2 teaspoons Ground black pepper
2 pieces Bay leaves
1 cup Fresh Cilantro Leaves For garnishing
8 ounces Tomato sauce Can substitute with crushed tomatoes
4-5 cups Beef stock or broth
18 pieces Corn Tortillas 6-inch, assumes 3 tacos per serving
20 ounces Oaxaca cheese, shredded Mozzarella is a good substitute

Instructions

Preparation

Start by cutting the beef chuck roast into large chunks. Season it with salt, black pepper, and ground cumin.
In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef and sear it on all sides until browned. Remove from heat and set aside.

Cooking the Beef

In the slow cooker, add the sliced yellow onions, minced garlic, dried ancho chiles, ground cinnamon, ground smoked paprika, dried thyme, dried oregano, bay leaves, tomato sauce, and beef stock. Stir to combine.
Place the seared beef into the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until the beef is tender and easily shreds.

Making the Tacos

Once the beef is cooked, shred it with two forks.
Using a skillet, heat a corn tortilla, dip it in the consomme, and fill it with shredded beef and Oaxaca cheese. Cook on both sides until the cheese melts.
Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.

Notes

Serve the birria tacos hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and alongside a bowl of warm consomme for dipping. You can also add diced onions, lime wedges, and hot sauce for an extra kick. These toppings enhance the flavors and make each bite delightful.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Keyword Beef Tacos, Birria Tacos, Comfort Food, easy recipe, Slow Cooker

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