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Birria Tacos: Discover the Best Recipe for Flavor!

Birria Tacos are a flavorful Mexican dish made with tender, shredded beef, served in warm corn tortillas and topped with fresh cilantro and onions.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast cut into large chunks
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 can 15 oz diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2-3 dried guajillo peppers stems and seeds removed
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 cup diced onion for topping
  • Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the salt, black pepper, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and oregano. Rub the spice mixture all over the beef chunks.
  2. In a slow cooker, add the seasoned beef, beef broth, diced tomatoes, chopped onion, minced garlic, guajillo peppers, and apple cider vinegar. Stir to combine.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the beef is tender and easily shredded.
  4. Once cooked, remove the beef from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker and stir to combine with the juices.
  5. To assemble the tacos, heat a skillet over medium heat. Lightly toast each corn tortilla for about 30 seconds on each side.
  6. Fill each tortilla with a generous amount of the shredded beef mixture. Top with chopped cilantro and diced onion. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 28gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a chopped jalapeño to the slow cooker.
  • Try using flour tortillas instead of corn for a different texture.

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