Description
Savor the rich, comforting flavors of this Savory Mexican Birria Crockpot Recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish features tender beef chuck roast simmered in a blend of aromatic spices and chilies. The slow-cooked preparation allows the ingredients to meld beautifully, creating a mouthwatering meal that’s versatile enough to serve in tacos, burritos, or as a hearty soup. With minimal prep time and easy cleanup, this recipe is sure to become a favorite at your family table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs beef chuck roast
- 1 onion, quartered
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3–4 dried guajillo chilies
- 2–3 dried ancho chilies
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 4 cups beef broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chilies by removing stems and seeds, then toast them in a dry pan over low heat until fragrant.
- In a blender, combine toasted chilies, minced garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, chili powder, and beef broth; blend until smooth.
- Place the beef chuck roast in the crockpot and pour the marinade over it; season with salt and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-6 hours until meat is tender.
- Shred the meat using two forks and mix back into the sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg