Description
Sizzling Instant Pot Birria Tacos bring Mexican culinary magic to home kitchens with tender braised beef and rich consommé. Crispy corn tortillas folded around spicy meat create an irresistible meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs (1.36 kg) chuck roast, cut into 4 large chunks
- 3 lbs (1.36 kg) short ribs (bone in)
- 5 guajillo chiles, stems cut off and seeds removed
- 4 ancho chiles, stems and seeds removed
- 6 cups (1.4 l) beef stock
- 2 large yellow onions, roughly chopped
- 1 white onion, finely diced
- 8 garlic cloves, peeled
- 2 carrots, cut into large slices
- 1 (6 oz / 170 g) can tomato paste
- 16 corn tortillas (6-inch)
- 1 lb (16 oz / 450 g) Chihuahua cheese, shredded
- 1 tbsp Mexican oregano
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 4 dried bay leaves
- 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 limes, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Meat Preparation: Arrange chuck roast, short ribs, onions, garlic, and carrots on a sheet pan. Coat with oil, season with salt and pepper, then roast at 425°F for 20 minutes, rotating midway to ensure even caramelization.
- Chile Sauce Creation: Simmer beef stock and chiles for 10 minutes. Blend softened chiles, roasted vegetables, tomato paste, oregano, and cumin with stock until smooth and silky.
- Pressure Cooking: Transfer roasted meats, chile sauce, remaining stock, and bay leaves to the Instant Pot. Cook on high pressure for 40 minutes, allowing flavors to intensify and meld.
- Meat Processing: Release pressure manually and let meat rest for 30 minutes. Shred beef, removing excess fat and bones, and season with additional salt to enhance flavor profile.
- Taco Assembly: Dip corn tortillas into rich consommé, layer with shredded cheese and beef. Fold carefully and griddle until achieving a crisp, golden exterior.
- Serving: Transfer tacos to a 250°F oven to maintain temperature. Garnish with chopped onions, cilantro, and lime wedges. Serve with consommé for authentic dipping experience.
Notes
- Maximize Meat Flavor: Roast meats and vegetables before pressure cooking to develop deep, caramelized flavors that elevate the entire dish’s complexity.
- Perfect Sauce Technique: Blend chiles with roasted vegetables thoroughly to create a smooth, rich sauce that ensures consistent taste in every bite.
- Manage Meat Texture: Allow meat to rest after cooking to help fibers relax, making shredding easier and preventing dryness.
- Crisp Taco Secret: Dip tortillas in consommé before griddling to create a flavorful, crispy exterior that adds an authentic street food texture.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg