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Crock Pot Birria Tacos

Delicious and customizable tacos filled with tender beef, melted cheese, and wrapped in crispy tortillas, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 2 pounds beef chuck roast Ideal cuts for slow cooking
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder Add more for a spicier kick
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Adjust to taste
  • 2 cups beef broth For enhancing flavor
For the Tacos
  • 8 pieces corn tortillas Can substitute with flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (like mozzarella or Oaxaca) Use your favorite cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped For garnish
  • 2 pieces lime wedges For serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a slow cooker, place the beef chuck roast and season with garlic, onion, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  2. Pour in the beef broth and stir to combine.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the beef is tender and shreds easily.
  2. Remove the beef from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks.
Assembly
  1. Dip each tortilla in the savory broth, then fill with shredded beef and cheese.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat, and toast the filled tortillas until crispy on both sides.
  3. Serve hot with the savory broth for dipping, and garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.

Notes

For best flavor, season the beef generously with spices. Experiment with different types of cheese for unique flavor profiles. Store leftovers in separate airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days.