Birria Bombs.. Is it worth the hype?
Birria Bombs.. Is it worth the hype? is a medium Mexican recipe that serves 4. 460 calories per serving. Recipe by Beautee Food on YouTube.
Prep: 20 min | Cook: 30 min | Total: 1 hr 5 min
Cost: $16.05 total, $4.01 per serving
Ingredients
- 1 pound Beef Chuck Roast (cut into 1‑inch cubes)
- 1 cup Beef Broth (low‑sodium)
- 1 medium White Onion (finely diced)
- 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro (roughly chopped)
- 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese (shredded)
- 1 cup Pepper Jack Cheese (shredded)
- 8 pieces Taco Shells (soft flour or corn tortillas, warmed)
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil (for searing)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (optional, to taste)
Instructions
Prep the Ingredients
Dice the white onion, chop the cilantro, and shred both Monterey Jack and Pepper Jack cheeses. Cut the beef into 1‑inch cubes if not already done.
Time: PT5M
Sear the Beef
Heat 2 Tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium‑high heat. Add the beef cubes in a single layer and sear each side for about 2 minutes until a brown crust forms. Do not add any seasonings yet.
Time: PT5M
Temperature: Medium‑high heat
Transfer to Pressure Cooker
Place the seared beef into the pressure cooker. Add 1 cup beef broth and 1 tsp salt. Close the lid and set to high pressure for 20 minutes.
Time: PT20M
Add Onion and Cilantro
When the pressure cooker reaches the last 5 minutes of cooking, quickly open the vent, add the diced onion and chopped cilantro, then reseal and finish the remaining time.
Time: PT5M
Release Pressure and Finish
After the timer ends, perform a natural release for 5 minutes, then quick‑release any remaining pressure. Open the cooker and give the mixture a quick stir.
Time: PT5M
Warm Taco Shells
While the beef rests, warm the taco shells in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side or microwave for 20 seconds covered with a damp paper towel.
Time: PT2M
Assemble the Beef Taco Bombs
Lay a warm taco shell on a plate, spoon a generous amount of the beef mixture, top with shredded Monterey Jack and Pepper Jack cheeses, and let the heat melt the cheese. Add extra cilantro if desired.
Time: PT5M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 460
- Protein
- 30 g
- Carbohydrates
- 32 g
- Fat
- 20 g
- Fiber
- 3 g
Dietary info: Contains dairy, Contains gluten
Allergens: Dairy, Gluten (if using flour tortillas)
Last updated: April 18, 2026






