Description
Crock Pot Birria Tacos are the ultimate comfort food that brings the rich flavors of traditional Mexican cuisine right to your table. This recipe features tender, slow-cooked beef that simmers in a savory blend of spices, creating a mouthwatering filling perfect for taco night or any family gathering. With minimal prep and hands-off cooking time, these tacos are easy to make yet impressively delicious. Serve them with crispy tortillas, fresh garnishes, and a side of flavorful broth for dipping, and watch as they become a favorite in your household.
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
- Oil for frying
- Cilantro and diced onion for garnish
Instructions
- Soak the dried chilies in hot water for about 15 minutes until softened. Blend with onion, garlic, and diced tomatoes until smooth.
- Place beef in the slow cooker and pour the blended mixture over it. Add beef broth and seasonings.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours until the meat is tender. Shred beef and mix back into the sauce.
- Fry corn tortillas in oil until crispy, dip in broth fat for added flavor. Fill with shredded beef and serve with garnishes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 to 10 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 65mg