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Crock Pot Birria Tacos

Crock Pot Birria Tacos

Crock Pot Birria Tacos offer an irresistible taste of Mexico, featuring tender beef slow-cooked in a rich and spicy sauce. This simple yet flavorful recipe transforms ordinary tacos into a culinary delight that’s perfect for any gathering—from casual dinners to festive celebrations. The crispy tortillas filled with juicy beef and topped with fresh cilantro and onions create a harmony of textures and flavors that will leave everyone craving more. Best of all, these tacos make amazing leftovers, often tasting even better the next day!

  • Total Time: 55 minute
  • Yield: Serves approximately 8 tacos 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 pounds beef chuck roast
  • 3 dried guajillo chilies
  • 2 dried ancho chilies
  • 1 onion
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 ounces)
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • Corn tortillas
  • Fresh cilantro and diced onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Soak dried chilies in hot water for 15 minutes until softened. Blend with onion, garlic, and diced tomatoes until smooth.
  2. Place the beef chuck roast in the crock pot and pour the chili mixture evenly over it.
  3. Add 2 cups of beef broth along with vinegar, oregano, cumin, bay leaves, salt, and pepper; stir gently.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 8–10 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
  5. Shred the beef into bite-sized pieces and mix it back into the sauce.
  6. Fry corn tortillas in a pan until crispy; fill them with the shredded beef mixture.
  7. Serve topped with fresh cilantro and diced onions, with lime wedges or salsa verde on the side.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8–10 hours
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking/Frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: For added heat, incorporate fresh jalapeños into your chili blend. Try substituting beef with lamb or goat meat for unique flavors.