Jul 17 2026
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Tacos De Birria Recipe

Inspired by Little Tijuana
Time4h
Serves6

Braised Beef Cheeks, White Onions, Fresh Cilantro, Queso Oaxaca, Birria Consome, & Pico de Gallo

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Ingredients

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Tacos de Birria Ingredients

Method

Cooking Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Birria

    In a large pot, add the beef cheeks, the blended sauce, bay leaves, and enough water to cover the meat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 3-4 hours until the meat is tender.

  2. 2

    Shred the Meat

    Once cooked, remove the beef cheeks from the pot and shred them using two forks. Set aside the meat and strain the broth to use as consome.

  3. 3

    Assemble the Tacos

    Warm the corn tortillas on a hot skillet. Fill each tortilla with shredded beef, diced white onion, fresh cilantro, and queso Oaxaca. Serve with a side of birria consome and pico de gallo.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Garnish with lime wedges and enjoy your Tacos de Birria!

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