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crock pot birria tacos

crock pot birria tacos bring bold Mexican flavor with easy slow‑cooker step


  • Author: Jake Lylia
  • Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

Discover the ultimate crock pot birria tacos recipe that transforms tender smoked beef into a melt‑in‑your‑mouth filling, infused with toasted guajillo chilies, garlic, onion, cumin and oregano. This easy slow‑cooker method creates a rich, aromatic broth perfect for shredding the meat and soaking corn tortillas. Serve with fresh cilantro, lime wedges, and enjoy a bold Mexican street‑food experience at home, ideal for meal prep, family gatherings, or quick weeknight dinners Ideal for gatherings


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 lbs smoked beef chuck, cut into chunks
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 dried guajillo chilies, seeds removed
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • corn tortillas
  • fresh cilantro
  • lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Toast the guajillo chilies in a dry skillet until fragrant.
  2. Soak the toasted chilies in warm water until soft.
  3. Blend chilies with garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, and beef broth until smooth.
  4. Place smoked beef in the crock pot, season with salt and pepper, and pour the blended sauce over.
  5. Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until the beef is tender.
  6. Shred the meat and serve in tortillas with cilantro and lime.

Notes

  • For extra heat
  • add a diced jalapeño to the sauce. For richer broth
  • stir in a tablespoon of butter before serving. Nutrition is approximate.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6 servings

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