Viral EZ Birria Bombs: The Easiest Way to Make Authentic Birria Tacos at Home!

Ingredients

• 4 lb Beef Chuck Roast (cut into 2‑inch chunks)
• 4 cup Water (for simmering the beef)
• 1 packet Burria Bomb (flavor packet for Mexican‑style beef (found in the international aisle))
• 1 tbsp Olive Oil (for greasing the griddle)
• 8 pieces Corn Tortillas (small 6‑inch tortillas, preferably masa‑made)
• 1 medium White Onion (finely diced)
• 0.25 cup Fresh Cilantro (roughly chopped)
• 1 cup Waka Cheese (shredded; also known as Oaxaca cheese)
• 1 tsp Seasoning Salt (for initial beef seasoning)
• 1 tsp Garlic Powder
• 0.5 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)

Instructions

1. Season and Sear the Beef

   Pat the beef chunks dry, sprinkle with seasoning salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. Heat a large pot over medium‑high heat, add a splash of olive oil, and pan‑sear the beef on all sides, about 4 minutes per side, until nicely browned.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: Medium‑high

2. Simmer with Burria Bomb

   Add 4 cups of water and the Burria Bomb packet to the pot. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 3 hours until the meat is fork‑tender.

   Time: PT3H

   Temperature: Low

3. Prep Toppings

   While the beef cooks, finely dice the onion, chop the cilantro, and shred the Waka cheese.

   Time: PT10M

4. Shred the Beef

   When the meat is tender, remove it from the pot and use two forks to pull it apart into fine shreds. Return the shredded beef to the pot to keep it warm.

   Time: PT5M

5. Heat the Griddle

   Place the griddle on high heat, add a thin layer of olive oil, and let it become very hot (just before smoking).

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: High

6. Crisp the Tortillas

   One at a time, dip each corn tortilla onto the hot griddle, cooking about 30 seconds per side until lightly charred and crisp. Keep cooked tortillas warm under a clean kitchen towel.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: High

7. Assemble the Tacos

   Place a generous spoonful of shredded beef onto each tortilla, then top with diced onion, chopped cilantro, and shredded Waka cheese. Fold the tortilla over the filling.

   Time: PT5M

8. Serve

   Arrange the tacos on a serving platter and enjoy immediately while hot and crispy.

   Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

15g

Carbohydrates

20g

Fat

12g

Fiber

2g