Crock Pot Birria Tacos
Deliciously tender beef Birria Tacos made effortlessly in a crock pot, infused with rich spices and served with fresh toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 480 minutes
- Total Time: 495 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if using corn tortillas)
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef (chuck or brisket)
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 2 teaspoons oregano
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 onions, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 bay leaves
- Tortillas (corn or flour)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, for squeezing
Instructions
- Combine beef, chopped onions, minced garlic, spices, and bay leaves in a slow cooker.
- Add enough water to cover the meat and stir to combine.
- Cook on low for 8 hours or until the beef is tender and falling apart.
- Shred the beef using two forks, and return it to the slow cooker to soak up juices.
- Serve the shredded beef in warm tortillas, topped with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime.
Notes
For added flavors, customize with your choice of toppings and sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg