AboutIXTA brings the flavors of traditional Oaxacan cuisine with an elevated twist. IXTA is a celebration of ancient Mexican heritage and culture. To manage your email preferences, click here. Just the right combination of savory and spicy, these Slow Cooker Beef Birria Tacos are a fun consomme mexican on a traditional Mexican dish.

Birria, a meat stew that’s often prepared for special occasions, uses a marinade of vinegar, oregano, and spices, but the beauty of this recipe is that you can throw it all in a slow cooker with some beef consomme and let the flavors meld for hours. Top with the beef and season with the chili powder, oregano, salt and pepper. Lock the lid and pressure cook for 45 minutes. Let stand for 15 minutes, then carefully release any remaining steam. Place the beef into a saucepot and season with the chili powder, oregano, salt and pepper. Add the garlic, onion, bay leaf, vinegar, consomme and 1 cup water to the pot.

Heat over medium-high heat to a boil. Cover and cook for 2 to 3 hours or until the beef is fork-tender. Proceed with the rest of the recipe as shown, starting with Step 3. Place the beef into a 6-quart slow cooker and season with the chili powder, oregano, salt and pepper. 2 cups onion, bay leaf, vinegar and consomme.