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Crock Pot Birra Tacos

Crock Pot Birra Tacos

A slow-cooked beef taco filling braised in beer, served with warm tortillas and fresh toppings for a comforting weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican Inspired
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 pounds boneless beef chuck cut into chunks
  • 1 large onion sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup beer pale lager or amber
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • to tasted salt and pepper
  • tortillas
  • pico de gallo
  • crema
  • avocado
  • cilantro
  • lime wedges

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. Brown the beef well in a hot skillet to develop color and flavor, then transfer to the slow cooker.
  2. Layer onions and garlic over the beef, pour in beer and beef broth, then add chili powder and cumin.
  3. Season with salt and pepper, cook on low for 7–8 hours or high for 4–5 hours until tender.
  4. Shred the meat, simmer the sauce briefly to reduce if needed, then season to taste.
  5. Serve in warm tortillas with toppings like pico de gallo, crema, avocado, cilantro, and lime.

Notes

Tips: brown meat first, adjust spice level with toppings, reduce sauce on the stove for a richer finish.