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Crockpot Birria Tacos

  • Author: Lilly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Description

Crockpot Birria Tacos are a mouthwatering blend of tender beef and rich spices, wrapped in warm tortillas for a deliciously satisfying meal perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs chuck roast
  • 4 dried guajillo chiles
  • 1 large sweet onion (chopped)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
  • Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chiles: Boil dried guajillo chiles in water for about five minutes until softened. Allow to cool.
  2. Blend It Up: In a blender, combine softened chiles, chopped onion, minced garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, and beef broth. Blend until smooth.
  3. Season the Meat: Place chuck roast in the crockpot and pour the blended sauce over it, ensuring it is well-coated.
  4. Slow Cook Magic: Set the crockpot on low for about eight hours or until the meat shreds easily with a fork.
  5. Shred That Beef: Remove the chuck roast from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded beef to the broth to soak up more flavor.
  6. For Assembling Tacos: Warm tortillas briefly in a skillet or microwave. Fill each tortilla with shredded birria meat and top with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos (approx. 180g)
  • Calories: 410
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: For added depth of flavor, sear the beef in a pan before adding it to the crockpot. You can customize by using chicken instead of beef for lighter tacos.