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Birria Crockpot

Irresistible Birria Crockpot Tacos You’ll Dream About

Delight in the flavors of Birria Crockpot tacos, featuring tender beef, crispy tortillas, and savory consommé.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Meat
  • 3 pounds Boneless Chuck Roast Can swap for short ribs
  • 1 tablespoon Avocado Oil Vegetable oil works too
  • 1 tablespoon Coarse Ground Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Ground Pepper
For the Broth
  • 6 dried chiles Dried Guajillo Chiles Can substitute with New Mexico peppers
  • 2 pieces Chipotle Chilis in Adobo Sauce Start with fewer for milder tacos
  • 1 medium Red Onion Yellow onion can substitute
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh crushed or smashed
  • 4 cups Beef Stock or Broth Vegetable broth is a lighter alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 1 can Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes Regular diced tomatoes can work in a pinch
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Lime juice can be a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Mexican oregano is ideal
  • 1 stick Cinnamon Stick Avoid using powdered cinnamon
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves Discard after cooking
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Use regular paprika if needed
  • 1 inch Fresh Grated Ginger Ground ginger can substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
For the Tacos
  • 12 pieces Corn or Flour Tortillas Corn is traditional for crispiness
For Toppings
  • 2 pieces Lime Wedges
  • 1 cup Fresh Cilantro
  • 1 cup Diced Onion
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Choose your favorite

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • Skillet
  • immersion blender

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions for Birria Crockpot
  1. Start by heating a tablespoon of avocado oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the boneless chuck roast generously with coarse ground salt and fresh ground pepper, then sear each side for about 5-6 minutes, until a rich golden-brown crust forms.
  2. Once the meat is seared, transfer it to your Crockpot. Add in the dried guajillo chiles, chipotle chilis, red onion, garlic, beef stock, tomato paste, fire roasted diced tomatoes, apple cider vinegar, ground cumin, dried oregano, cinnamon stick, bay leaves, smoked paprika, fresh grated ginger, and ground coriander. Stir gently to ensure everything is well combined.
  3. Cover the Crockpot and set it to low heat, cooking for 8 hours.
  4. After cooking, carefully remove the beef from the Crockpot and place it on a large baking sheet. Using two forks, gently shred the beef into bite-sized pieces.
  5. Discard the bay leaves and the cinnamon stick from the Crockpot. Using an immersion blender, blend the remaining cooking liquid until smooth.
  6. Return 1.5 to 2 cups of the blended consommé back to the shredded beef, tossing gently to coat.
  7. To assemble your tacos, dip each corn or flour tortilla into the warm consommé, allowing it to soak briefly for added flavor. Place a generous portion of the beef mixture in the center, topping with shredded cheese.
  8. Serve your irresistible Birria Crockpot tacos with a side of the warm consommé for dipping. Garnish with lime wedges, fresh cilantro, diced onion, and any other toppings you prefer.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Always sear the chuck roast before adding it to the Crockpot; this step brings out the rich flavors that define your Birria Crockpot tacos.

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