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Birria Enchiladas

Birria Enchiladas: Cozy Flavors for Your Next Celebration

Discover the comforting flavors of Birria Enchiladas, a customizable dish featuring tender birria beef and warm tortillas, perfect for meal prep and celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 6 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 4 Dried Guajillo Chiles Substitute with Ancho chiles.
  • 2 Dried Ancho Chiles Can use more guajillo chiles.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Essential for depth.
  • 1 Onion Yellow onion is best.
  • 1 stick Cinnamon Stick Avoid using ground cinnamon.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cloves Use sparingly.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Can be omitted.
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Mexican oregano preferred.
For the Birria
  • 3 pounds Beef Chuck Roast Short ribs or lamb can also be used.
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves Enhances flavor.
  • 4 cups Beef Broth Use low-sodium if desired.
For the Enchiladas
  • 12 Corn Tortillas Substitute flour tortillas if needed.
  • 2 cups Enchilada Sauce Homemade preferred.
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese (Oaxaca or Monterey Jack) Avoid low-fat versions.
  • 1/2 cup Cotija Cheese Optional but recommended.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Green onions can be substituted.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • blender
  • skillet
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Chiles: Remove stems and seeds from dried chiles. Toast in a dry skillet for 1-2 minutes, then soak in hot water for 15 minutes.
  2. Blend Sauce: Drain chiles and blend with garlic, onion, cinnamon stick, cloves, cumin, oregano, and beef broth until smooth.
  3. Cook Meat: Season beef chuck roast, sear in Dutch oven, add sauce and bay leaves, cover with broth, and simmer for 2.5 to 3 hours until tender.
  4. Shred Beef: Remove beef from pot and shred. Strain cooking liquid and set beef and consomé aside.
  5. Prepare Tortillas: Warm corn tortillas in a skillet for about 30 seconds on each side and keep warm.
  6. Assemble Enchiladas: Fill tortillas with shredded beef, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
  7. Add Sauce and Cheese: Pour enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
  8. Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Garnish and Serve: Let sit for a few minutes, then garnish with Cotija cheese and cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 25mg

Notes

Toasting dried chiles enhances their flavor, and warming tortillas prevents tearing during assembly.

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