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Crock Pot Birria Tacos

Crock Pot Birria Tacos: Flavorful & Easy Weeknight Delight

Try these Crock Pot Birria Tacos, a delightful dish that brings Mexican street food flavors right to your home. Perfect for any gathering!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 hours
Total Time 10 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 4 pieces Dried Chilies Can substitute with fresh chilies if needed.
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow onion recommended.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic gives the best flavor.
  • 2 cups Tomatoes Canned tomatoes can be used as a substitute.
For the Meat
  • 3 pounds Beef (chuck roast recommended) Can substitute with pork or chicken.
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Homemade or low-sodium store-bought works well.
For Flavor Enhancements
  • ¼ cup Red Wine Vinegar Apple cider vinegar may serve as an alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Oregano Mexican oregano preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Fennel seeds can be used for a different flavor profile.
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves Fresh or dried leaves work nicely.
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust according to taste.

Equipment

  • Crock Pot
  • blender
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Chilies: Soak the dried chilies in hot water for about 15 minutes until they soften and swell. Drain and set aside.
  2. Blend Sauce: In a blender, combine softened chilies, chopped onion, garlic, and tomatoes. Blend until smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Place beef in the crock pot and pour blended sauce over it. Add beef broth, vinegar, oregano, cumin, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
  4. Cook: Cover and cook on low heat for 8-10 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
  5. Shred Beef: Remove beef from the crock pot, shred finely, and mix back into the sauce.
  6. Prepare Tortillas: Dip tortillas in the fat layer from the broth, and fry in a skillet until crispy, about 1-2 minutes per side.
  7. Assemble Tacos: Fill crispy tortillas with shredded beef, fold, and optionally fry again for extra crispiness.
  8. Serve: Serve tacos immediately with a small bowl of broth for dipping. Customize with toppings like cilantro and onion.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For maximum flavor, marinate the beef overnight. Keep an eye on cooking time; the beef should be fork-tender but not disintegrate.

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