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Birria Enchiladas

Mouthwatering Birria Enchiladas for Ultimate Comfort Food

Indulge in these Cheesy Birria Enchiladas, a comforting dish featuring tender meat and smoky consommé.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Meat
  • 2 pounds Chuck Roast or Beef Stew Meat Substitution: Shredded chicken thighs can be used with adjusted cooking times.
  • 4-6 Dried Chiles (Guajillo, Ancho, Pasilla) Adjust the quantity to taste for the perfect kick.
  • 1 large Onion
  • 4 cloves Garlic
  • 2 tablespoons Mexican Oregano
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves
  • 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
For the Enchiladas
  • 8 Tortillas (Corn or Flour) Lightly frying corn tortillas before filling prevents cracking.
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese (Oaxaca, Mozzarella, or Monterey Jack) Oaxaca cheese is traditional; alternatives like Mozzarella or Monterey Jack are great too.
For the Consommé
  • 4 cups Strained Birria Broth
For Garnishing
  • 1/2 cup Cilantro Fresh, chopped.
  • 1 small Diced Red Onion

Equipment

  • Heavy Pot
  • skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • Blender

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a heavy pot, heat some oil over medium-high heat and sear chunks of chuck roast or beef stew meat until browned on all sides, about 8–10 minutes. Remove the meat from the pot and set it aside.
  2. In the same pot, reduce the heat to medium and add diced onions and minced garlic. Sauté until the onions are translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the toasted and de-seeded dried chiles, Mexican oregano, bay leaves, and a splash of apple cider vinegar. Pour in enough beef broth to cover the ingredients and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 20 minutes.
  4. Blend everything into a smooth sauce and return the seared meat to the pot. Pour the blended sauce over the meat, stir to combine, and simmer on low heat for 2.5 to 3 hours.
  5. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Warm the tortillas in a skillet and dip them in the reserved consommé. Fill each tortilla with shredded birria meat, roll them up, and place seam-side down in a baking dish.
  6. Pour the remaining consommé over the enchiladas and sprinkle shredded cheese on top. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Top with fresh cilantro and diced red onion before serving hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Lightly frying the corn tortillas helps prevent cracking while rolling. You can prepare the birria a day ahead; just refrigerate it and reheat before assembling the enchiladas.

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