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Crock Pot Birria Tacos Recipe

Crock Pot Birria Tacos Recipe
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Tender, slow-cooked beef simmered in a rich, spicy broth, wrapped in crispy tortillas, and topped with melty cheese. These Crock Pot Birria Tacos are bursting with bold, savory flavors, perfect for dipping in the flavorful consommé. A fiesta in every bite!

Ingredients

Beef Marinade:

  • 1 pound beef chuck roast
  • 1 dried guajillo chili
  • 1 dried ancho chili
  • 1 dried pasilla chili
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp ground oregano
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp ground cloves
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup tomato paste
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 bay leaf

Additional Ingredients:

  • 12 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dried Chilies: Cut off the stems and deseed the guajillo, ancho, and pasilla chilies. Toast them in a dry skillet, then soak in hot water for 15-20 minutes.
  2. Blend the Marinade: Combine soaked chilies, garlic, onion, spices, vinegar, tomato paste, broth, water, and salt in a blender until smooth.
  3. Marinate the Beef: Cut beef into chunks and place in a Crock Pot. Pour the marinade over the beef, add the bay leaf, and cook on low for 8 hours.
  4. Shred the Beef: Remove cooked beef, shred, and discard excess fat.
  5. Crisp the Tortillas: Heat tortillas on a griddle until crispy and warm.
  6. Assemble Tacos: Fill each tortilla with shredded beef, cilantro, onion, and lime juice. Serve warm.
  7. Serve: Offer extra lime wedges and reserved cooking liquid as a dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Toast dried chilies for optimal flavor.
  • Adjust spice level with additional chilies or cayenne.
  • Beef chuck roast can be substituted with beef short ribs.
  • For a smoother sauce, strain after blending.
  • Use reserved cooking liquid for extra flavor.

Nutrition

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