Quesabirria Tacos: Indulgent Flavor You Can’t Resist at Home
Experience the mouthwatering taste of Quesabirria Tacos, a savory dish that combines tender beef, rich flavors, and gooey cheese, making it a perfect meal for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Tacos
- Method: Braised
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 pounds beef chuck roast
- 1 onion, quartered
- 4 cloves garlic
- 3 dried guajillo chilies
- 3 dried ancho chilies
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 4 cups beef broth
- 12 corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheese (Mexican blend)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine the beef, onion, garlic, and dried chilies with cumin and oregano. Cover with beef broth.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 3 hours until beef is tender.
- Remove the beef, shred it, and set aside. Strain the broth and reserve.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and dip each tortilla into the reserved broth, then place on the skillet.
- Add shredded beef and cheese to half of the tortilla, fold, and cook until cheese melts and tortillas are crispy.
- Serve with lime wedges and cilantro.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the beef in spices overnight.
- Adjust the level of spices according to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Quesabirria Tacos, Mexican Tacos, Comfort Food