Description
Crock Pot Birria Tacos are a delightful fusion of tender, slow-cooked beef and rich, vibrant flavors that transport you straight to Mexico. This dish features succulent beef chuck roast simmered in a savory sauce made from guajillo and ancho chilies, onions, and spices, creating an irresistible filling for crispy corn tortillas. Perfect for family gatherings or casual dinners, these tacos can be served with fresh toppings like cilantro and diced onions, along with a side of dipping broth for an added layer of flavor. Easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy, Crock Pot Birria Tacos are sure to impress anyone at your table.
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
Instructions
- Soak the dried chilies in hot water for 15 minutes.
- Blend the soaked chilies with onion, garlic, and tomatoes until smooth.
- Place the beef in the crock pot and pour the chili mixture over it.
- Add beef broth, vinegar, oregano, cumin, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
- Cook on low for 8 to 10 hours until the beef is tender.
- Shred the beef with forks and mix it with the sauce.
- Fry corn tortillas in oil until crispy, then fill them with the beef mixture.
- Serve hot with additional broth for dipping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8–10 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg