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Juicy Slow Cooker Birria Tacos: 5-Ingredient Easy Recipe

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A simplified, slow-cooker version of classic birria tacos that requires minimal prep time and uses pantry staples to create tender, flavorful beef tacos with a rich consommé for dipping.

Ingredients

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  • 6–8 dried guajillo chilies
  • 2–3 dried ancho chilies
  • 1/2 cup adobo sauce (from chipotle peppers)
  • 4 large garlic cloves
  • 2 cups beef broth (low-sodium)
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 3–4 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 3-inch chunks
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano (preferably Mexican)
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 8–10 large flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or Cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 white onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. Remove stems and seeds from dried chilies. Soak them in boiling water for 15-20 minutes until soft.
  2. Drain chilies and blend with adobo sauce, garlic, beef broth, apple cider vinegar, oregano, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Pat beef chuck roast dry and cut into large chunks. Place in slow cooker and pour blended sauce over meat, tossing to coat evenly. Add bay leaves.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours until meat is fork-tender.
  5. Remove bay leaves and shred meat using two forks. Reserve 1-2 cups of cooking liquid (consommé) for dipping.
  6. Heat a dry skillet or cast-iron griddle over medium-high heat. Dip tortillas briefly in consommé, place in skillet, add meat and cheese, fold, and cook 1-2 minutes per side until crispy and golden.
  7. Serve immediately topped with diced onion and cilantro, with remaining warm consommé on the side for dipping.

Notes

Use beef chuck roast for best results as it has enough fat to stay juicy. Do not cook on HIGH; low and slow is necessary to break down connective tissue. If using corn tortillas, handle with care as they are more fragile when dipped. The consommé can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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