Yield:Â 4 servings
Prep Time:Â 20 minutes
Cook Time:Â 40 minutes
Total Time:Â 1 hour
Ingredients:
For the Birria:
- 1 pound lean beef stew meat, trimmed of excess fat
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups beef broth, low-sodium
For the Consommé:
- 2 cups beef broth, low-sodium
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
For the Tacos:
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup reduced-fat shredded cheese
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Birria:
- In a slow cooker, combine beef stew meat, chopped onion, minced garlic, bay leaves, cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Pour in 2 cups of low-sodium beef broth. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the meat is tender and can be easily shredded.
- Make the Consommé:
- In a saucepan, heat 2 cups of low-sodium beef broth, chopped cilantro, and lime juice. Bring to a simmer.
- Shred the Meat:
- Remove the beef from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks.
- Assemble the Tacos:
- Heat the corn tortillas. On each tortilla, place a portion of shredded beef and a sprinkle of reduced-fat shredded cheese.
- Fold into Quesadillas:
- Fold the tortillas in half, creating quesadilla-style tacos.
- Cook the Tacos:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook each taco until the tortilla is crispy and the cheese is melted, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Serve with Consommé:
- Serve the Quesabirria Tacos with a side of the consommé for dipping.
- Garnish and Enjoy:
- Top the tacos with finely chopped onion, fresh cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.
Smart Points Information:
- The Smart Points value will depend on the specific ingredients and brands used. Be sure to calculate the points based on your W/W plan and the ingredients you choose.
Enjoy your W/W Quesabirria Tacos, a lighter take on this popular dish!
