Description
Savor the rich and flavorful experience of this Savory Mexican Birria Crockpot Recipe Easy Delicious. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, this hearty dish features tender beef simmered with a delightful blend of spices and chilies, creating a meal that will impress everyone at your table. With minimal prep time and a slow cooker doing most of the work, you can enjoy a comforting dish thatβs as versatile as it is delicious. Serve it in tacos, as a cozy soup, or alongside warm tortillas for dippingβthis birria recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs beef chuck roast
- 1 onion, quartered
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3β4 dried guajillo chilies
- 2β3 dried ancho chilies
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 4 cups beef broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chilies by removing stems and seeds; toast them in a dry pan over low heat until fragrant.
- In a blender, combine toasted chilies, garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, chili powder, and beef broth; blend until smooth.
- Place the beef chuck in the crockpot and pour the marinade over it; season with salt and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-6 hours until the meat is tender.
- Shred the beef with two forks and return it to the sauce to absorb flavors.
- Serve hot with chopped onion, cilantro, lime wedges, and warm tortillas.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider marinating the beef overnight. Swap beef with chicken if desired; adjust cooking time accordingly. Customize spice levels by adding more chili powder or fresh peppers.