Quesabirria tacos, a mouthwatering fusion of traditional Mexican birria (a savory, slightly spicy, and deeply flavorful stew) and cheese, have taken the culinary world by storm. This dish combines tender, stewed meat with the gooey, melty delight of cheese, all wrapped up in a crispy, golden-brown tortilla. Follow this recipe to create your own quesabirria tacos at home, perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a sumptuous feast.
Ingredients:
For the Birria:
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into large chunks
- 4 dried guajillo chiles
- 2 dried ancho chiles
- 1 medium onion, quartered
- 5 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 bay leaves
- 4 cups beef broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
For the Tacos:
- Corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheese (Oaxaca, mozzarella, or Monterey Jack are great choices)
- Finely chopped onion
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges for serving
- Additional beef broth from cooking the birria for dipping