Slow Cooked Pork Birria Tacos

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork butt

Chicken thighs are leaner, while pork butt is often cheaper than shoulder.

dried guajillo chiles

💰Cheaper: dried pasilla chiles

Dried pasilla chiles are more accessible and provide a similar flavor.

corn tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

💰Cheaper: flour tortillas

Whole wheat tortillas offer more fiber, while flour tortillas are often less expensive.

Cook the pork shoulder in a slow cooker or Dutch oven until tender.

Blend the guajillo peppers, chipotle puree, garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, cinnamon, and thyme to make the sauce.

Dip corn tortillas in the birria sauce, pan-fry with cheese and pork, then top with chopped cilantro and onion.

Serve with extra birria broth for dipping.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens