Easy Birria Tacos with Consomme in the Slow Cooker
Indulge in the rich, mouthwatering experience of Easy Birria Tacos with Consomme in the Slow Cooker. This recipe delivers tender, flavorful beef, slow-cooked to perfection and served with a savory dipping sauce that will elevate your taco night to new heights. The preparation is effortless—simply let your slow cooker do the work while you savor the aromas wafting through your kitchen. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, these tacos are sure to impress family and friends alike. Experience the delightful combination of spices, juicy beef, and fresh toppings that make every bite unforgettable!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 480 minutes (8 hours)
- Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 pounds boneless beef chuck roast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 yellow onions
- 4 garlic cloves
- 2 dried ancho chiles
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 8 ounces tomato sauce (or crushed tomatoes)
- 4–5 cups beef stock or broth
- 18 corn tortillas (6 inch)
- 20 ounces Oaxaca cheese (or mozzarella)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions until translucent. Add minced garlic and dried ancho chiles; cook until fragrant.
- Transfer the mixture to a blender with tomato sauce, cilantro, and spices. Blend until smooth.
- Place the beef chuck roast in the slow cooker and pour the blended sauce over it. Add bay leaves and enough beef stock to cover.
- Cook on low for about 8 hours until tender. Shred the beef with two forks and return it to the pot with some consomme.
- Fill warmed tortillas with shredded beef and cheese, then toast in a skillet until crispy on both sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tacos (approx. 240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 960mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg