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Quesabirria

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A modern fusion of traditional Mexican birria stew and quesadillas, born in Tijuana, known for its rich, fat-stained tortillas and accompanying dipping broth.

Yield 6

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs beef or goat
  • 4 dried guajillo chiles
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 2 cups Oaxaca cheese
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 4 cups rich meat consommé

Instructions

  1. 1
    Slow-braise the meat in a chile-infused broth until tender.
  2. 2
    Dip the tortillas into the rendered surface fat of the broth and place on a hot plancha.
  3. 3
    Add shredded cheese and meat, fold in half, and griddle until crisp.
  4. 4
    Serve with the consommé for dipping.
Category
Dinner
Cuisine
Mexican

Dietary Information

Gluten Free

Recipe Attribution

TasteAtlas
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