Ingredients
Method
- In a large pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chuck roast chunks until browned on all sides. Remove meat and set aside. Add chopped onion and garlic to the pot, sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add guajillo and ancho chiles, cumin, and oregano; toast for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in beef broth and apple cider vinegar, bring to a simmer.
- Return the seared beef to the pot. Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for at least 2-3 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender. Alternatively, cook in a pressure cooker for 45-60 minutes. Once cooked, remove the beef and shred it using two forks. Strain the cooking liquid (consomé) through a fine-mesh sieve into a separate bowl; discard solids. Skim off excess fat if desired.
- Heat a large griddle or cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Dip each corn tortilla into the consomé, coating both sides. Place the dipped tortilla on the hot griddle. Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded Oaxaca cheese over one half of the tortilla. Add a spoonful of shredded birria meat on top of the cheese.
- Once the cheese starts to melt and the bottom of the tortilla is crispy, fold the other half of the tortilla over to create a taco. Press down gently with a spatula. Cook until both sides are golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is fully melted and slightly browned. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
- Serve the quesabirria tacos immediately with small bowls of the warm consomé for dipping. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro and diced white onion.
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Notes
For an extra kick, add a chipotle in adobo to the birria base. Don't skip dipping the tortillas in the consomé – that's where the iconic flavor and color come from! If you're short on time, use leftover pot roast or a pre-cooked barbacoa, and simmer it briefly with the chile sauce.
