Description
Birria Grilled Cheese Dippers combine the bold, savory flavors of traditional Mexican birria with the comforting gooeyness of melted cheese, all served alongside a rich consomé for dipping. These delicious dippers are perfect for any occasion—be it game day or a cozy night in—and guarantee to impress your guests with their irresistible crunch and cheesy goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded beef (chuck roast)
- 2 tablespoons birria spice mix
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 4 slices sourdough or Texas toast
- 1 cup consomé (beef broth)
Instructions
- Season beef with salt and pepper, then sear in oil over medium-high heat until browned on all sides.
- Blend soaked chilies, garlic, cumin seeds, oregano, and vinegar until smooth; add to the pot with water/broth. Simmer covered for about 3 hours or until tender.
- Shred the beef and return it to the pot along with some broth.
- Assemble sandwiches with shredded beef and cheese between slices of bread; grill in butter until golden brown.
- Serve hot with consomé for dipping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 dipper (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 50mg