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Crock Pot Birria Tacos


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  • Author: seliane
  • Total Time: 495 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Low-Carb

Description

Crock Pot Birria Tacos are a delightful Mexican dish featuring tender beef, rich chili sauce, and crispy corn tortillas, perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 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
  • Oil for frying


Instructions

  1. Soak the chilies in hot water for 15 minutes.
  2. Blend with onion, garlic, and diced tomatoes until smooth.
  3. Place the beef in the crock pot and pour the chili mixture on top.
  4. Add broth, vinegar, oregano, cumin, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
  5. Cook on low for 8–10 hours until the beef is tender.
  6. Shred the beef and mix it back into the sauce.
  7. Heat oil in a skillet.
  8. Fry tortillas dipped in broth fat until crispy on both sides.
  9. Fill tortillas with beef mixture, fold over, and fry again until crispy.
  10. Serve with broth for dipping alongside cilantro and diced onions.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavors and adjust spice levels to your preference.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 480 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos
  • Calories: 500
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg