Description
Crock Pot Birria Tacos are a delicious way to bring the flavors of authentic Mexican cuisine to your home kitchen. This recipe features succulent beef that is slow-cooked in a rich, spicy broth until it’s tender and bursting with flavor. The combination of crispy tortillas and juicy meat creates a mouthwatering experience that is perfect for gatherings, family dinners, or simply treating yourself. With minimal prep time and the convenience of a crock pot, these tacos are not only easy to make but also offer endless serving options—whether as tacos or with a side of savory broth for dipping.
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
- Cilantro and diced onion for garnish
Instructions
- Soak dried chilies in hot water for 15 minutes. Blend with onion, garlic, and tomatoes until smooth.
- Place beef in the crock pot; pour chili mixture over it. Add broth, vinegar, oregano, cumin, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
- Cook on low for 8-10 hours until beef is tender. Shred the beef and mix it with the sauce.
- Fry corn tortillas in oil until crispy. Fill with shredded beef mixture and serve with broth for dipping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg