Authentic Pot Birria Tacos Recipe for Easy Dinner

Make the best Pot Birria Tacos at home for an easy, comforting dinner. After making this recipe dozens of times, I’ve perfected the technique for tender, flavorful meat and a rich, crave-worthy broth. These birria tacos are cozy, better than takeout, and my family begs for them. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Creamy Smoked Salmon Gnocchi Dinner Recipe and Easy One-Pan Lemon Chicken and Rice Dinner Recipe.

What You'll Need for Authentic Pot Birria Tacos Recipe for Easy Dinner

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 2 lbs beef chuck roast
• 1 lb pork shoulder
• 1 large onion
• 6 cloves garlic
• 2 jalapeños
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 cup water
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tbsp ground cumin
• 1 tbsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp ground cloves
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground allspice
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• Salt
• Black pepper
• Chili powder
• Cumin
• Oregano
• Smoked paprika
• Cloves
• Cinnamon
• Allspice
• Nutmeg
• Optional: Crispy fried onions
• Optional: Fresh cilantro
• Optional: Lime wedges
• Optional: Diced white onion
• Optional: Crumbled queso fresco
• Optional: Sliced avocado
• Optional: Sour cream or Mexican crema

How to Make Authentic Pot Birria Tacos Recipe for Easy Dinner

1. Step 1: Cut the beef and pork into large chunks. Place in the slow cooker.
2. Step 2: Chop the onion, garlic, and jalapeños. Add to the slow cooker.
3. Step 3: Add the beef broth, water, tomato paste, and spices to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
4. Step 4: Cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the meat is tender and falls apart.
5. Step 5: Use an immersion blender to blend the broth until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
6. Step 6: Serve the birria tacos on warm corn tortillas with your choice of toppings. Enjoy!

Storing & Reheating Authentic Pot Birria Tacos Recipe for Easy Dinner

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover birria tacos in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: The broth can be made up to 3 days ahead and refrigerated. Reheat on the stovetop before serving.

Freezing Authentic Pot Birria Tacos Recipe for Easy Dinner

Freeze leftover broth in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before using.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat tacos in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes, until heated through. Microwave: Reheat tacos in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, until heated through. The texture may not be as crispy.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a crispy, golden crust, fry the tortillas in a little oil before serving.
• Best substitution: Substitute the beef and pork with chicken thighs for a lighter version.
• Make-ahead: The broth can be made up to 3 days ahead. Reheat on the stovetop before serving.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
• Troubleshooting: If the broth is too thick, add a little water to thin it out. If it's too thin, simmer it on the stovetop until it reduces.

Authentic Pot Birria Tacos Recipe for Easy Dinner

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Prep

15 min

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Cook

4-10 hrs

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Total

4-10 hrs 15 min

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Serves

8 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 2 lbs beef chuck roast
• 1 lb pork shoulder
• 1 large onion
• 6 cloves garlic
• 2 jalapeños
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 cup water
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tbsp ground cumin
• 1 tbsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp ground cloves
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground allspice
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

Seasonings

• Salt
• Black pepper
• Chili powder
• Cumin
• Oregano
• Smoked paprika
• Cloves
• Cinnamon
• Allspice
• Nutmeg

Optional Toppings

• Crispy fried onions
• Fresh cilantro
• Lime wedges
• Diced white onion
• Crumbled queso fresco
• Sliced avocado
• Sour cream or Mexican crema

Instructions

1. Step 1: Cut the beef and pork into large chunks. Place in the slow cooker.
2. Step 2: Chop the onion, garlic, and jalapeños. Add to the slow cooker.
3. Step 3: Add the beef broth, water, tomato paste, and spices to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
4. Step 4: Cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the meat is tender and falls apart.
5. Step 5: Use an immersion blender to blend the broth until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
6. Step 6: Serve the birria tacos on warm corn tortillas with your choice of toppings. Enjoy!

Notes

• Chef tip: For a crispy, golden crust, fry the tortillas in a little oil before serving.
• Best substitution: Substitute the beef and pork with chicken thighs for a lighter version.
• Make-ahead: The broth can be made up to 3 days ahead. Reheat on the stovetop before serving.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
• Troubleshooting: If the broth is too thick, add a little water to thin it out. If it's too thin, simmer it on the stovetop until it reduces.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftover birria tacos in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze leftover broth in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before using.
• Oven reheat: Reheat tacos in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes, until heated through.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat tacos in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, until heated through. The texture may not be as crispy.
• Make ahead: The broth can be made up to 3 days ahead and refrigerated. Reheat on the stovetop before serving.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35g
• Fat: 22g
• Carbs: 25g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 3g
• Sodium: 1200mg
• Cholesterol: 120mg
• Sat. Fat: 9g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

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