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Three delicious My Fave Birria Tacos topped with red onion and cilantro, served with lime wedges and a side of consommé.

My Fave Birria Tacos

Discover why Birria Tacos are so popular. This recipe features tender beef birria stuffed into corn tortillas with Oaxacan cheese, then pan-fried in consomé until crisp. Includes step-by-step photos for success.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Assembly 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 tacos
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients
  

For the Tacos
  • Mexican Birria See full recipe
  • 12 Corn tortillas
  • 2 cups Oaxacan cheese shredded (mozzarella cheese as substitute)
  • Fresh chopped cilantro for garnish
  • Finely chopped red onion
  • Lime wedges for squeezing

Equipment

  • Non-stick skillet
  • Spatula
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Heat your prepared Birria until warm. The rendered fat from the beef should be on top; you will use this to coat and pan-fry the tortillas.
  2. Dip both sides of a corn tortilla into the consomé (the red chile broth with fat on top). Place the dipped tortilla in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Top the tortilla with shredded cheese and allow it to begin melting. Add a few spoonfuls of the Birria to one half of the tortilla. Fold the other half over to create a taco shape using a spatula. Gently press the taco to help it hold its shape.
  4. Pan-fry the taco for 1-2 minutes per side until crispy and the cheese is bubbly. Add a spoonful of consomé over the taco as needed while it cooks. Continue frying until you reach your desired crispiness. Transfer the cooked taco to a baking sheet or platter.
  5. Repeat the process until all tacos are made. Serve the Birria Tacos warm with chopped cilantro, red onion, and lime wedges. Offer a small bowl of consomé for dipping.

Notes

Making these Birria Tacos brings back cherished family memories. The aroma and flavor remind me of shared meals and joy. Each time I prepare "My Fave Birria Tacos," it feels like sharing that same happiness and nostalgia with others.

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