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Quesabirria Tacos

Quesabirria Tacos are a delightful fusion of birria (a traditional Mexican stew) and quesadillas. These tacos are filled with flavorful, tender shredded beef and often served with a rich consommé for dipping. Here’s how to make them:
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Quesabirria Tacos
Yield: 6

Materials

  • - 2 lbs beef chuck roast or brisket cut into 1-inch cubes
  • - 1 white onion roughly chopped
  • - 5 garlic cloves
  • - 2 bay leaves
  • - 1 tbsp cumin
  • - 1 tbsp oregano
  • - 1 tbsp chili powder
  • - 1 cinnamon stick
  • - Salt and pepper to taste
  • - Beef broth or water
  • - Corn or flour tortillas
  • - Optional toppings: chopped cilantro diced onions, lime wedges, shredded cheese, and salsa

Instructions

  • **Prepare the Meat**: Season the beef cubes with salt, pepper, cumin, oregano, chili powder, garlic, onion, and bay leaves. Place the meat in a large pot or Dutch oven.
  • **Add Liquid**: Pour in just enough beef broth or water to cover the meat. Add the cinnamon stick.
  • **Cook the Meat**: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the beef is very tender and easily shredded with a fork.
  • **Shred the Meat**: Remove the meat from the liquid and shred it with two forks. Reserve the cooking liquid (consommé).
  • **Prepare the Tortillas**: Dip the tortillas in the hot beef liquid to soften them. Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly oil it. Place the dipped tortillas in the skillet and cook for a minute until they start to brown slightly.
  • **Assemble the Tacos**: Fill the tortillas with shredded beef and any other desired taco toppings such as chopped cilantro, diced onions, and shredded cheese. Fold the tortillas in half.
  • **Optional Step**: For extra flavor, you can dip the assembled tacos in the beef liquid before serving.
  • **Serve**: Serve the quesabirria tacos hot with a side of the reserved consommé for dipping. Add lime wedges and salsa on the side for extra flavor.