A simplified one-skillet meal inspired by birria tacos, featuring spiced beef, torn tortillas, and melted cheese—all made in under an hour.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef (80/20)
3 dried guajillo chiles
2 dried ancho chiles
1 small onion, diced
3 garlic cloves
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
½ cup beef broth
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp Mexican oregano
Salt to taste
5 corn tortillas, torn
1½ cups shredded Oaxaca or Monterey Jack cheese
1 tbsp oil
Optional: chopped cilantro, diced onion, lime wedges
Instructions
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Toast chiles in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side. Soak in hot water for 10 minutes.
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Blend softened chiles, garlic, tomato paste, vinegar, broth splash, and salt until smooth.
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Heat oil, sauté onion 5 minutes. Add cumin and oregano.
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Brown beef 7–8 minutes. Drain excess fat.
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Stir in chile sauce. Simmer 3–4 minutes.
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Add ½ cup broth and cook 5–6 minutes until thick.
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Mix in torn tortillas and press into the sauce.
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Sprinkle cheese on top, cover, and cook 4–5 minutes on low.
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Optional: broil uncovered for 2–3 minutes until cheese browns.
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Garnish and serve warm.