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Birria Enchiladas

Birria Enchiladas: Comforting Layers of Flavor and Love

Delicious Birria Enchiladas combine rich, succulent meat with warm tortillas and gooey cheese for a customizable comfort food experience.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 3 units Dried Guajillo Chiles or fresh pasilla chiles for a milder taste
  • 3 units Dried Ancho Chiles or pasilla if unavailable
  • 4 cloves Garlic Cloves fresh preferred
  • 1 medium Onion or shallots for a more delicate taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon or nutmeg used sparingly
  • 4 whole Cloves or allspice as substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin or caraway seeds
  • 1 tablespoon Oregano Mexican oregano preferred
  • 4 cups Beef Broth low-sodium preferred
For the Enchiladas
  • 2 pounds Beef Chuck Roast or short ribs/lamb
  • 12 units Corn Tortillas or flour tortillas for a softer bite
  • 2 cups Cheese (Oaxaca or Monterey Jack) or cheddar as an alternative
  • 0.5 cup Cotija Cheese or feta can be used
  • 0.5 bunch Fresh Cilantro or parsley if not a fan

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Blender
  • Skillet
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by removing the stems and seeds from the dried guajillo and ancho chiles. Toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Soak the chiles in hot water for about 15 minutes until softened.
  3. Drain the softened chiles and blend with garlic, onion, cinnamon, cloves, cumin, oregano, and beef broth until smooth.
  4. Season the beef chuck roast with salt and pepper. Sear in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes on each side.
  5. Pour the blended sauce over the seared beef and add enough broth to submerge the meat. Simmer covered for 2.5 to 3 hours until fork-tender.
  6. Remove the beef and let it rest before shredding into bite-sized pieces.
  7. Warm corn tortillas in a skillet for about 30 seconds on each side.
  8. Assemble by filling each tortilla with shredded birria, rolling tightly and placing seam-side down in a baking dish.
  9. Pour reserved braising sauce over the enchiladas and sprinkle cheese on top.
  10. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  11. Garnish with Cotija cheese and fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the meat and toppings based on your preference. Let the enchiladas rest before serving for best results.

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