Birria Enchiladas
Birria Enchiladas are a mouthwatering twist on the traditional Mexican dish, featuring tender, slow-cooked beef enveloped in soft corn tortillas and drenched in a rich, flavorful sauce. This delightful meal is perfect for any occasion—from cozy family dinners to festive gatherings. With its balance of textures and customizable flavors, these enchiladas will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 lbs boneless beef chuck roast
- 4 dried guajillo chiles (seeds removed)
- 10 corn tortillas
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). In a large pot, combine beef chuck roast, water, onion, garlic, and guajillo chiles. Bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for about 3 hours until tender.
- Remove meat, let cool slightly; strain broth into blender with some cooked chiles and blend until smooth.
- Shred beef into bite-sized pieces; return to pot with blended sauce.
- Warm each tortilla in a skillet. Fill tortillas with shredded beef mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a baking dish.
- Pour additional sauce over enchiladas; sprinkle cheese if desired. Bake uncovered at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes until heated through.
- Serve garnished with cilantro, diced onions, or lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg