lazy girl birria tacos 🫶🏻🌮💞
These birria tacos are super easy for when you want a quick dinner when you get home from work or just don’t feel like standing in the kitchen cooking for hours! Seriously lazy girl approved! 💞🌮
🛒 What You’ll Need:
• Aldi birria meat 🥩 (or chuck roast + birria seasoning packet)
• Birria seasoning packet (I used extra for more flavor!)
• Cumin + salt 🧂
• 1 carton beef broth
• 1 onion, roughly chopped 🧅
• Cilantro 🌿
• Corn tortillas (I used yellow corn) 🌽
• Optional: quesadilla cheese, for that perfect melty pull 🧀🤤
⏰ Instructions
1. Prep it:
Thaw your meat if it’s frozen. Add it to the crockpot with chopped onions, beef broth (I used the whole container), the seasoning packet, cumin, and salt.
2. Cook it:
• Low: 8–9 hours (best flavor)
• High: 4–5 hours (if you’re in a rush)
Mine was just under 3 lbs, I did low for 8 hrs, then high for 1 hr at the end was perfect.
3. Shred it:
Once the meat’s tender, remove it and shred with a fork, it should fall apart easily. Add it back into the crockpot on low for 15–30 minutes to soak up even more flavor.
4. Assemble your tacos:
Dip corn tortillas into the broth on both sides, then lay them on a hot pan (medium heat).
Add shredded meat + cheese to one half, fold, and cook until crispy. Flip and cook the other side until golden.
5. Serve:
Pour some of the broth into a small cup for dipping, and top with chopped onion + cilantro. A squeeze of lime on top makes it chef’s kiss. 💋
EXTRA TIPS 👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻
• Corn tortillas can rip easily, so handle gently when flipping!
• The broth gets even better the next day, save leftovers for quesadillas or birria bowls.
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Okay, let's be real, who doesn't love a delicious birria taco? But the traditional way can feel like a whole weekend project. That's exactly why I perfected this 'lazy girl' version, especially for those hectic weeknights when you still crave something amazing without spending hours in the kitchen. Seriously, this crockpot method is a game-changer! It's truly 'lazy birria' at its best, proving that easy doesn't mean compromising on flavor. One of the biggest hacks here is using a good birria taco seasoning packet. It cuts down so much prep time! I've experimented with a few brands, and honestly, most grocery store versions do a fantastic job. The key is to not be shy with it – just like I mentioned, I often add a little extra to really get that deep, authentic flavor. Don't forget that touch of extra cumin and salt; it really brings out the best in the seasoning packet. It’s all about layering those flavors effortlessly, making this a truly 'lazy birria recipe' you'll come back to. When I'm thinking 'easy weeknight dinner,' I also focus on minimal ingredient prep. For this recipe, grabbing that pre-marinated birria meat from Aldi (or a pre-seasoned chuck roast) is a lifesaver. If you're starting from scratch, a simple chuck roast works perfectly, especially when slow-cooked in rich beef broth. Chopping the onion roughly and having fresh cilantro on hand are the only real 'prep' steps, and they take just minutes. Seeing all those vibrant ingredients laid out, like a mini 'taco seasoning ingredients flat lay' on my counter, always makes me excited for dinner. It's proof that simple, good quality ingredients are all you need, especially with those essential corn tortillas! And for those busy weeknights, here’s a pro tip for 'easy birria tacos weeknight' success: You can totally shred the meat ahead of time! Cook it in the crockpot over the weekend, shred it, and store it in the broth. Then, on a Tuesday night, all you have to do is quickly re-heat the meat, dip your corn tortillas in the rich broth, and assemble. It literally takes less than 15 minutes to get dinner on the table. The tortillas can sometimes be a bit tricky; I've found warming them slightly before dipping helps prevent tearing, especially when you're in a rush to make those 'lazy tacos'. This recipe isn't just about saving time; it's about enjoying restaurant-quality birria tacos from the comfort of your home. The next-day leftovers are arguably even better – think cheesy birria quesadillas or a hearty birria bowl for lunch. Trust me, once you try this lazy version, you'll wonder why you ever did it the hard way!
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