Description
Crock Pot Birria Tacos are a flavorful journey that transforms tender beef into mouthwatering tacos with a rich, savory broth. Each bite bursts with authentic Mexican flavors, perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings. The slow-cooked goodness means you can set it and forget it, letting the aromas fill your kitchen while you relax. Enjoy these tacos topped with fresh cilantro and onions for the ultimate dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lbs chuck roast
- 4 dried guajillo peppers
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp Mexican oregano
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- Juice of 2 limes
- 12 corn tortillas
- Fresh cilantro and diced onions (for topping)
Instructions
- Soak guajillo peppers in hot water for 15 minutes to soften.
- Blend soaked peppers with garlic, cumin, oregano, and 1 cup of beef broth until smooth.
- Season chuck roast generously with salt and pepper.
- Sear the roast in a skillet over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side until browned.
- Transfer the seared meat to a crock pot and pour blended marinade over it. Add remaining beef broth until submerged.
- Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until tender.
- Shred the meat in the crock pot using two forks. Warm tortillas briefly on a skillet and fill them with shredded beef. Top with cilantro and onion mix.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (220g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 110mg