Description

Discover the ultimate comfort food with these bold and cheesy Birria Enchiladas, a delicious twist on a Mexican favorite.

Ingredients

For the Birria (or use leftovers!)

2 lbs beef chuck roast or short ribs
1 tbsp vegetable oil
4 dried guajillo chiles, seeded
2 dried ancho chiles, seeded
1 chipotle pepper in adobo
4 cloves garlic
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp ground cloves
2 bay leaves
1 cinnamon stick
4 cups beef broth
Salt & pepper to taste

For the Enchiladas

8 corn tortillas
1 ½ cups shredded cheese (like Oaxaca, Monterey Jack, or mozzarella)
1 ½ cups reserved birria broth (consommé)
Chopped cilantro & diced onions (for garnish)
Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

Step 1: Make the Birria

Toast the dried chiles in a dry skillet for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. also soak them in hot water for 10 twinkles until softened.
Blend the soaked chiles, chipotle, garlic, onion, and spices with a bit of broth until smooth.
Season the beef with salt and pepper. In a large pot or Dutch oven, sear the meat in oil until browned on all sides.
Pour in the chile sauce and remaining broth. Add bay leaves and cinnamon stick.
Cover and simmer for 3 hours on low (or 1 hour in a pressure cooker) until the beef is tender and shreddable.
Remove the beef, shred it, and set aside. Reserve the broth for the enchilada sauce.

Step 2: Prep the Tortillas

smoothly toast the tortillas in a skillet or microwave oven to make them pliable.
Dip each tortilla in the birria broth (consommé) before assembling for extra flavor.

Step 3: Assemble the Enchiladas

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Fill each tortilla with shredded birria and a sprinkle of cheese. Roll them up and place them confluence- side down in a baking dish.
Pour 1 to 1½ cups of the birria broth over the enchiladas.
Top with the remaining cheese.

Step 4: Bake

Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 5: Garnish & Serve

Sprinkle with chopped onions, cilantro, and serve with lime wedges. Enjoy hot with a side of rice or refried beans.

Notes

🌶️ Spicy Lovers: Add extra chipotle or jalapeños for more heat.
🧀 Cheesy Goodness: Mix cheeses for a deeper flavor—try adding cotija or cheddar.
🥩 Short on Time? Use leftover birria or rotisserie chicken tossed in adobo sauce for a quicker version.
🥬 Make it Lighter: Use low-fat cheese and corn tortillas for a healthier spin.
🌮 Double the Batch: These freeze well—perfect for meal prep!

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