OnlyPans: Birria Tacos!!

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground Beef (80% lean, crumbled)
• 1 small Onion (Diced)
• 2 cloves Garlic (Minced)
• 1 tbsp Olive Oil (For sautéing)
• 1 tsp Chili Powder
• 1 tsp Ground Cumin
• 1 tsp Dried Oregano
• ½ tsp Ground Cinnamon
• ¼ tsp Ground Cloves
• ½ tsp Salt
• ¼ tsp Black Pepper
• 8 each Corn Tortillas (6‑inch, seedless)
• 2 tbsp Fresh Cilantro (Chopped)
• 1 each Lime (Cut into wedges)
• ½ cup Seedless Salsa (Store‑bought or homemade without tomato seeds)
• ½ cup Shredded Cheese (Cheddar or Cotija, optional)

Instructions

1. Prep Vegetables & Spices

   Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and measure out all spices (chili powder, cumin, oregano, cinnamon, cloves, salt, pepper).

   Time: PT5M

2. Toast Aromatics

   Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté 2 minutes until translucent, then add the minced garlic and toast for another 30 seconds.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Medium

3. Brown the Beef & Add Spices

   Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with the wooden spoon. Cook 5‑6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meat loses its pink color. Sprinkle the measured spices over the meat, stir well, and continue cooking 2 minutes so the flavors meld.

   Time: PT8M

   Temperature: Medium‑high

4. Warm the Tortillas

   Push the beef to one side of the skillet or use a second clean skillet. Warm each corn tortilla for about 20‑30 seconds per side over medium heat, stacking them on a plate and covering with a clean kitchen towel to keep warm.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: Medium

5. Assemble & Serve

   Place a spoonful of seasoned beef onto each warm tortilla. Top with seedless salsa, chopped cilantro, a squeeze of lime, and optional shredded cheese. Serve immediately.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

15 g

Carbohydrates

25 g

Fat

10 g

Fiber

3 g