Crockpot Birria
Crockpot birria is a mouthwatering Mexican dish that combines tender, flavorful beef with a rich, spicy broth. Perfect for any occasion, this dish transforms your kitchen into a fiesta of aromas and tastes. The slow-cooked meat is ideal for tacos or bowls, making it a versatile favorite that’s easy to prepare. Gather your family and friends around the table for an unforgettable meal that’s sure to become a cherished tradition.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 pounds chuck roast
- 4 dried guajillo chiles
- 2 dried ancho chiles
- 1 large onion
- 5 garlic cloves
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp oregano (preferably Mexican)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro leaves (to garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the chiles: Remove stems and seeds from guajillo and ancho chiles. Toast in a hot skillet for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Create the sauce: Blend toasted chiles with sautéed onions, garlic, cumin powder, oregano, and beef broth until smooth.
- Season the meat: Rub the chuck roast generously with salt and pepper.
- Combine: Place the seasoned meat in the crockpot and pour the sauce over it.
- Cook: Set the crockpot on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until tender.
- Shred & serve: After cooking, shred the meat in the pot and stir back into the sauce. Serve with warm tortillas and garnish with lime juice and cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg