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Crock Pot Birria Tacos

Crock Pot Birria Tacos are a flavorful and comforting dish featuring tender beef cooked with rich spices, served in warm corn tortillas.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs beef (chuck roast or short rib)
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 5-6 pieces dried guajillo peppers
  • 3-4 cloves garlic
  • 1 whole onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon oregano
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Corn tortillas For serving
  • Chopped onions For serving
  • Fresh cilantro For serving
  • Lime wedges For serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a skillet, toast the guajillo peppers until fragrant, then soak them in hot water until soft.
  2. Blend the soaked peppers with garlic, chopped onion, cumin, oregano, chili powder, and about 1 cup of beef broth until smooth.
Cooking
  1. In a Crock Pot, add the beef and pour the blended sauce over it.
  2. Add the rest of the beef broth and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the meat is tender.
  4. Remove the beef, shred it, and return it to the sauce.
Serving
  1. Fill each warm corn tortilla with a generous amount of the shredded beef.
  2. Top with chopped onions and fresh cilantro.
  3. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the tacos for extra flavor.

Notes

To store leftovers, keep the meat and sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. To reheat, warm in a pot or microwave. You can also freeze for up to 3 months.