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Birria Enchiladas

  • Author: Julia Koch
  • Total Time: 4 hours
  • Yield: Serves 6

Description

These Birria Enchiladas combine tender, slow-cooked beef infused with warm spices and rich chile flavor, all wrapped in saucy, cheesy corn tortillas. A comforting and bold dish that brings Mexican tradition to your oven-baked favorites.

Ingredients

Beef Chuck Roast

Guajillo Chiles

Ancho Chiles

White Onion

Garlic Cloves

Tomatoes

Bay Leaves

Whole Cloves

Cinnamon Stick

Apple Cider Vinegar

Salt and Pepper

Corn Tortillas

Oaxaca or Mozzarella Cheese

Cotija Cheese

Fresh Cilantro

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, simmer beef, onions, garlic, chiles, tomatoes, bay leaves, cloves, and cinnamon stick in water for 2.5 to 3 hours.
  2. Blend chiles, tomatoes, onions, garlic, 1 cup broth, vinegar, and salt until smooth. Strain and simmer sauce for 10 minutes.
  3. Shred cooked beef, mix with some of the sauce.
  4. Lightly fry tortillas, then dip each in sauce.
  5. Fill tortillas with meat and cheese, roll, and place in baking dish.
  6. Top with sauce and cheese. Bake at 375°F for 15 minutes.
  7. Garnish with cotija and cilantro. Serve hot.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner

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Find it online: https://ladyplate.com/birria-enchiladas/