Birria Quesadillas Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Birria

   In a large pot, combine the beef chuck roast, dried guajillo chiles, dried ancho chiles, garlic cloves, cumin, oregano, bay leaves, salt, black pepper, and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Let it simmer for about 2 to 3 hours, or until the meat is tender and easily shreds.

2. 2

   Shred the Meat

   Once cooked, remove the beef from the pot and shred it with two forks. Reserve the cooking liquid.

3. 3

   Prepare the Quesadillas

   Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place a tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle cheese on one half of the tortilla. Add a generous amount of the shredded birria meat and some chopped cilantro. Fold the tortilla over to create a half-moon shape.

4. 4

   Cook the Quesadilla

   Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese is melted. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.

5. 5

   Serve

   Serve the quesadillas hot with lime wedges and a small bowl of the reserved cooking liquid for dipping.