Birria Quesadillas
Birria Quesadillas are a delightful culinary experience that brings together crispy tortillas and tender, slow-cooked beef, all enveloped in melted cheese. Each bite is infused with aromatic spices, creating an unforgettable flavor fiesta that’s perfect for any gathering. Whether it’s game night or a cozy family dinner, these quesadillas will elevate your meal into a memorable celebration.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast
- 4 dried guajillo chiles
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 8 corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded Oaxaca cheese or mozzarella
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine diced beef chuck roast, chopped onion, minced garlic, and dried guajillo chiles. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Simmer for 2-3 hours until the meat is tender.
- Remove the meat and strain the broth. Blend the guajillo chiles with some broth until smooth to create the sauce.
- Shred the beef using two forks and mix it with the blended sauce.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place one tortilla in the pan, add shredded cheese and beef mixture on top, then cover with another tortilla.
- Cook each side until golden brown and crispy (about 3-4 minutes per side). Serve hot with lime wedges and chopped cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 quesadilla (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, marinate the beef overnight before cooking. - Feel free to substitute beef with chicken or add veggies like spinach for a vegetarian twist. - Frying tortillas briefly in oil before assembly ensures they stay crispy.