Description
Quesabirria Tacos are a mouthwatering blend of tender, slow-braised beef birria and melty Oaxaca cheese, all encased in crispy corn tortillas. This dish captures the essence of authentic Mexican street food and is perfect for any occasion—be it a cozy family dinner or a lively gathering with friends. Each bite is an explosion of flavor, enhanced by dipping into savory birria broth. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you’ll have a satisfying meal that impresses everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups shredded beef birria
- 2 cups birria broth (consomé)
- 16 thick corn tortillas
- 1 pound Oaxaca cheese or Monterey Jack cheese (shredded)
- ½ cup diced red onions
- ¼ cup fresh chopped cilantro
- 2 limes, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the beef birria according to your favorite recipe and keep warm with the broth.
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat; lightly coat with cooking spray or oil.
- Dip each tortilla in the warm consomé on both sides, then place on the skillet for 30 seconds before flipping.
- Add shredded cheese and shredded birria on one half of each tortilla; fold to form tacos.
- Cook until cheese melts and tortillas are crisp, about 30–60 seconds more.
- Serve hot with garnishes and extra consomé for dipping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 55mg