Description
Birria Tostada Stacks are a delicious fusion of crispy tortillas and savory, slow-cooked beef birria. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch followed by tender, flavorful meat, enhanced with fresh toppings like cilantro and lime. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy family dinner, these stacks are not only visually appealing but also customizable to suit any palate. Experience the joy of flavorful layers that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast
- 4 dried guajillo chiles
- 2 dried ancho chiles
- 4 cloves fresh garlic
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 tsp Mexican oregano
- 8 crispy corn tortillas
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 limes, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: Remove stems and seeds from guajillo and ancho chiles. Toast lightly in a skillet until fragrant.
- Blend: Combine toasted chiles with garlic, onion, oregano, salt, pepper, and water in a blender; blend until smooth.
- Marinate: Cut beef into chunks and coat with marinade; refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Sear: In a large pot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown marinated beef in batches.
- Slow Cook: Add remaining marinade and enough water to cover meat halfway; simmer for about 3 hours until tender.
- Crisp Tortillas: Fry corn tortillas in hot oil until crispy yet pliable—about 30 seconds per side.
- Assemble: Serve tostadas topped with shredded birria meat, cilantro, and lime juice.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking/Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tostada (150g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg