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Slow Cooker Birria Tacos Recipe

  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 8
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Description

Savor the rich flavors of traditional Mexican cuisine with these Slow Cooker Birria Tacos. Tender beef is slow-cooked in a fragrant blend of spices, then served in warm tortillas with fresh toppings. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy family dinner, this dish promises an explosion of flavor in every bite. Enjoy it dipped in savory consomé for a truly authentic experience.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 lbs chuck roast, cut into large chunks
  • 4 dried guajillo peppers, seeds removed
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 3 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • Corn tortillas for serving

Instructions

  1. Season the chuck roast with salt and pepper. Sear in a hot skillet until browned on all sides.
  2. Soak guajillo peppers in hot water for 15 minutes. Blend softened peppers with onion, garlic, cumin, and beef broth until smooth.
  3. Place seared meat in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over it. Ensure meat is covered; add more beef broth if needed.
  4. Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until the meat shreds easily.
  5. Shred the meat and mix it back into the sauce. Serve in warmed corn tortillas topped with onions and cilantro, drizzled with lime juice.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: - Let the cooked meat rest before shredding to keep it juicy. - Prepare birria ahead of time; flavors improve overnight. - For added heat, blend extra dried chiles into the sauce.