Birria Quesatacos Recipe (Viral Mexican Dinner) 🌮🔥
Birria Quesatacos are a delicious fusion of tender, slow-cooked beef birria served in crispy tortillas filled with melted cheese. This viral Mexican dish is beloved for its rich flavors, savory broth, and satisfying crunch, making it a must-try for taco enthusiasts.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef chuck roast cut into large chunks
- 3 dried guajillo chiles stemmed and seeded
- 2 dried ancho chiles stemmed and seeded
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 4 cups beef broth or water
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for frying
- 8 corn tortillas tortillas for tacos
- 2 cups queso Oaxaca or mozzarella, shredded
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, add the beef chuck roast, chopped onion, minced garlic, guajillo and ancho chiles, cumin, and beef broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 2 hours until the beef is tender.
- Once the beef is cooked, remove it from the pot and shred it with two forks. Strain the cooking liquid and reserve it for dipping.
- In a skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Dip each corn tortilla in the reserved broth, then place it on the skillet. Add a layer of shredded beef and sprinkle with queso Oaxaca.
- Fold the tortilla in half and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
- Serve the quesatacos hot with a side of the reserved broth for dipping. Garnish with chopped onions and cilantro if desired.
Notes
Tip 1: For extra flavor, marinate the beef in the spice mix overnight before cooking.
Tip 2: Store leftover birria in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Variation: Add avocado slices or pickled onions for an added twist.
Tip 2: Store leftover birria in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Variation: Add avocado slices or pickled onions for an added twist.