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Quesabirria Tacos

The quesabirria taco is the crunchiest taco we have ever had. Dip it in the sauce for an extra added flavor that will satisfy your cravings.

Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword quesabirria tacos
Servings 8
Calories 413 kcal
Author Kelly Bejelly

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs beef chuck cut into 2 inches pieces
  • 3 tsp salt to season the meat.
  • 5 tbsp vegetable oil divided
  • 1/2 large peeled onion cut into quarters
  • 3 medium beef tomatoes cut into chucks
  • 8 cloves garlic sliced

  • 2 cups water
  • 2 1/2 cups beef stock
  • 3 dried ancho chiles stemmed and seeded

  • 4 dried New Mexico chiles stemmed and seeded
  • 1 tsp salt

  • 1 tsp ground black pepper

  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tbsp coriander powder

  • 2 fresh bay leaves

  • 2 Tbsp fresh oregano chopped

  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 6 large corn tortillas

  • 4 cups mozzarella cheese
  • 1 onion finely diced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1/2 tbsp lime juice

Instructions

  1. STEPS: 
  2. 1. Seasoned the meat with 3 tbsp salt 
  3. 2. Heat 2 tbsp oil in the heavy bottom pot over medium-high heat. Sear each side of the meat for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown. Set aside. 
  4. 3. Add another 2 tbsp oil to the pot and add the onion. Sauté until just soft and then add the garlic; sauté until fragrance. 
  5. 4. And the chunked tomatoes, sauté for 2 minutes. 
  6. 5. Add water and all the chilies. Boil for 15 minutes. 
  7. 6. Pour them into a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. 
  8. 7. When it’s already smooth, pour it back into the pot, and add the meat and beef stock. 8. Seasoned with salt, pepper, vinegar, cumin, coriander, bay leaves, oregano, and ginger. Let them boil. Cover with the lid, reduce the heat to maintain a simmer, and cook until the beef is very tender about 2-3 hours. Stir occasionally. 
  9. 9. Remove the meat and shred using a fork. Add 1 cup of the consommé. Mix well and set aside. 
  10. HOW TO ASSEMBLE 
  11. 1. Heat 1 tbsp oil in the iron cast skillet. Dip each tortilla in the consommé and cook for 1 minute on each side. 
  12. 2. Top with ⅙ of cheese. On one side, add ⅙ braised shredded meat, then fold it. You may also add some diced onion and chopped cilantro before folding it. 
  13. 3. Cook again for several minutes on each side. Until it is just crisp and the cheese is fully melted. 
  14. 4. Put some consommé in a ramekin. Add the finely diced onion, chopped cilantro, and lime juice. 
  15. 5. Now, the Quesa Birria Tacos is ready to serve

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

If you want the birria spicier, you may keep the chile’s seed.

Nutrition Facts
Quesabirria Tacos
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 413 Calories from Fat 216
% Daily Value*
Fat 24g37%
Saturated Fat 9g56%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 13g
Cholesterol 120mg40%
Sodium 1179mg51%
Carbohydrates 11g4%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 40g80%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.