Home Made Quesabirria Tacos

Yield: 4 servings
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 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:

1. 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.
2. Make the Consommé:
   • In a saucepan, heat 2 cups of low-sodium beef broth, chopped cilantro, and lime juice. Bring to a simmer.
3. Shred the Meat:
   • Remove the beef from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks.
4. Assemble the Tacos:
   • Heat the corn tortillas. On each tortilla, place a portion of shredded beef and a sprinkle of reduced-fat shredded cheese.
5. Fold into Quesadillas:
   • Fold the tortillas in half, creating quesadilla-style tacos.
6. 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.
7. Serve with Consommé:
   • Serve the Quesabirria Tacos with a side of the consommé for dipping.
8. 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!