Description
Crock Pot Birria Tacos are a savory delight that transforms your kitchen into a fiesta of flavors. Tender, slow-cooked chuck roast is infused with spices and served in warm corn tortillas, making these tacos an irresistible treat. Dipping them into the rich consomé brings out layers of flavor that will leave everyone craving more. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home, this recipe promises to elevate any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs chuck roast
- 4 dried guajillo chiles
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 bay leaves
- 12 corn tortillas
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the chiles by removing stems and seeds, then soak in hot water for 15 minutes until soft.
- Sear the chuck roast in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned on all sides.
- In a blender, combine soaked chiles, garlic, onion, cumin, bay leaves, and enough water to blend smoothly.
- Transfer the blended sauce into the crock pot with the seared beef; add more water if needed to cover most of the meat.
- Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until tender.
- Shred the beef using two forks in the broth and serve on warmed tortillas topped with fresh cilantro and lime juice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (150g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg