Description
Discover how to make delicious Easy Birria Tacos at home with this simple recipe. Learn the authentic flavors and step-by-step instructions for a tasty meal.
Ingredients
- – 5 pounds (2.27 kg) chuck roast (or rump roast, round roast, sirloin roast)
- – 1/2 large white onion, cut into 2″ (5 cm) pieces
- – 3 large garlic cloves
- – 3 large bay leaves
- – 1/2 tablespoon (8 ml) salt
- – 1/2 tablespoon (8 ml) garlic powder
- – 1/2 tablespoon (8 ml) onion powder
- – 1/2 tablespoon (8 ml) cumin
- – 1/2 tablespoon (8 ml) dried oregano
- – 7 ounces (198 g) chipotle sauce
- – 1 cup (240 ml) beef broth
- – 6 (15 cm) inch corn tortillas
- – 3 tablespoons (45 ml) avocado oil
- – 3 cups (345 g) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- – 1/2 cup (120 ml) pico de gallo
- – 2 tablespoons (30 ml) cilantro, chopped
- – 2 small limes, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Position the beef at the base of a slow cooker. Include the chopped onion, whole garlic cloves, and bay leaves. In a separate bowl, mix the salt, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, and oregano, then sprinkle this mixture over the beef. Pour the chipotle sauce and beef broth over everything.
- Seal the slow cooker and let it cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 6 hours, until the meat is tender and can be easily pulled apart.
- After cooking, take the beef out of the liquid, discarding any gristle and fat. Use two forks to pull the meat apart and set it aside. Strain the remaining onions, garlic, and any solids from the liquid and collect them in a bowl.
- Warm up a griddle or cast iron skillet over medium heat and lightly coat it with avocado oil. Submerge each corn tortilla in the chipotle-infused broth and place them onto the hot surface. Cook until lightly crispy, then turn over.
- Place approximately 1/4 cup of shredded cheese and a couple of tablespoons of shredded beef onto each tortilla. Fold the tortilla in half and continue cooking until both sides are crispy. Remove from heat and repeat with the rest of the tacos.
- Open each taco and add 1-2 tablespoons of pico de gallo, sprinkle with chopped cilantro, and squeeze a little lime juice on top. Serve right away and enjoy your meal!
Notes
- Marinate the beef in the seasoning mixture overnight for a more flavorful result in the slow cooker.
- Enhance the smoky and spicy flavors of the dish with a high-quality chipotle sauce.
- Strain the liquid post-cooking to create a smooth, flavorful broth for dipping tortillas, removing any solids.
