TRYING THE VIRAL TIKTOK BIRRIA BOMBS!
TRYING THE VIRAL TIKTOK BIRRIA BOMBS! is a easy Mexican recipe that serves 6. 400 calories per serving. Recipe by Cooking With Kiona on YouTube.
Prep: 20 min | Cook: 1 hr 25 min | Total: 2 hrs
Cost: $27.50 total, $4.58 per serving
Ingredients
- 3.5 lb Chuck Roast (cut into 1‑2 inch cubes)
- 2 each Onion (one diced for broth, one diced for tacos)
- 1.5 tbsp Garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil (for searing)
- 1 packet Bera Bomb Seasoning Mix (store‑bought seasoning blend for beef)
- 4 cup Water
- 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (sprinkled into tacos)
- 0.5 cup Fresh Cilantro (chopped)
- 8 each Flour Tortillas (medium size, 6‑inch)
Instructions
Prepare aromatics
Dice one onion for the broth and the second onion for the tacos. Roughly chop the cilantro and set aside.
Time: PT10M
Cube the chuck roast
Trim excess fat and cut the 3‑5 lb chuck roast into 1‑2 inch cubes.
Time: PT10M
Sear the beef
Select the Instant Pot’s Sauté function, add 2 tbsp vegetable oil, and when hot, sear the beef cubes in batches 1‑2 minutes per side until browned.
Time: PT10M
Temperature: High
Add aromatics and broth
Return all seared beef to the pot, add the diced onion, minced garlic, 4 cups water, and the Bera Bomb seasoning packet. Stir to combine.
Time: PT5M
Pressure cook the beef
Close the lid, ensure the vent is sealed, and set the Instant Pot to Meat/Stew (high pressure) for 45 minutes.
Time: PT45M
Release pressure and skim fat
Allow a natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then quick‑release any remaining pressure. Open the pot, skim the fat from the surface of the broth.
Time: PT10M
Shred the beef
Transfer the cooked beef to a cutting board and shred with two forks until fine‑shredded.
Time: PT5M
Crisp the tacos
Heat a skillet over medium heat. Dip each tortilla briefly in the broth fat, then place in the skillet. Cook 30 seconds per side, add a sprinkle of mozzarella, some shredded beef, diced onion, and cilantro, fold, and cook another minute until crispy.
Time: PT10M
Temperature: Medium
Plate and serve
Arrange the crispy tacos on a serving platter, garnish with extra cilantro if desired, and enjoy.
Time: PT2M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 400
- Protein
- 25 g
- Carbohydrates
- 30 g
- Fat
- 20 g
- Fiber
- 2 g
Dietary info: Contains meat, Contains dairy, Contains gluten
Allergens: Dairy, Gluten
Last updated: April 19, 2026






