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birria quesadillas

Birria Quesadillas

Birria Quesadillas are a crispy and cheesy twist on the traditional Mexican birria tacos. These quesadillas are filled with flavorful, slow-cooked beef and melted cheese, then grilled to perfection. Serve with a side of rich consommé for dipping.
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Cuisine: Mexican
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Resting Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 Serves
Calories: 480kcal
Author: Hervé

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven For cooking the birria
  • Skillet or griddle For toasting the quesadillas
  • Tongs For flipping the quesadillas
  • Knife For chopping ingredients
  • Cutting board For preparing the beef and vegetables

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast cut into chunks
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 3 dried guajillo chilies stems and seeds removed
  • 2 dried ancho chilies stems and seeds removed
  • 1 onion quartered
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheese Oaxaca or Monterey Jack
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/2 cup diced onions

Instructions

Prepare the Birria

  • In a large pot, add beef chuck roast, beef broth, guajillo chilies, ancho chilies, onion, and garlic. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
  • Add cumin, oregano, paprika, black pepper, salt, and tomato sauce. Stir well.
  • Simmer for 3 hours or until the beef is tender and falls apart.
  • Remove the beef and shred it using two forks. Strain the broth to create consommé for dipping.

Assemble the Quesadillas

  • Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
  • Dip a tortilla into the consommé, then place it on the skillet.
  • Add shredded beef, cheese, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro and diced onions.
  • Fold the tortilla in half and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until crispy and golden brown.

Serve

  • Serve the quesadillas hot with a side of warm consommé for dipping.

Nutrition

Calories: 480kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 750mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 800IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 250mg | Iron: 4mg
Nutrition Facts
Birria Quesadillas
Amount Per Serving
Calories 480 Calories from Fat 180
% Daily Value*
Fat 20g31%
Saturated Fat 10g63%
Cholesterol 90mg30%
Sodium 750mg33%
Potassium 600mg17%
Carbohydrates 40g13%
Fiber 6g25%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 35g70%
Vitamin A 800IU16%
Vitamin C 15mg18%
Calcium 250mg25%
Iron 4mg22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.