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Crockpot Birria

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Crockpot birria is the ultimate comfort food, featuring tender beef slow-cooked in a rich, flavorful broth. This easy recipe fills your home with an irresistible aroma while you kick back and relax. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this dish is sure to impress without any fuss. Serve it as tacos, burritos, or in a bowl, and enjoy the delightful taste that will have everyone asking for seconds.

  • Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 lb chuck roast
  • 4 dried guajillo chiles
  • 2 dried ancho chiles
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Begin by gathering all ingredients and rinsing the dried chiles under cold water.
  2. In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear the chuck roast until browned on all sides.
  3. In a blender, combine the soaked chiles (stems and seeds removed), onion, garlic, cumin, oregano, lime juice, and beef broth; blend until smooth.
  4. Place the seared roast in the crockpot and pour the blended sauce over it.
  5. Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until tender.
  6. Shred the meat with forks inside the pot and adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Author: James
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg