Birria tacos are a Mexican dish that originated from the birria stew of Jalisco, Mexico. Birria itself is a rich, slow-cooked meat stew traditionally made with goat, lamb, or beef, marinated in a blend of dried chiles, vinegar, garlic, and spices, then braised until tender in a flavorful broth called consomé
. Birria tacos are made by taking the shredded braised meat from the birria stew and placing it inside corn tortillas that have been dipped in the birria consomé (the cooking broth). The tortillas are then pan-fried in the fat from the stew, often with melted Oaxacan cheese inside, creating a crispy, cheesy taco known as quesabirria
. The tacos are typically garnished with chopped onions, cilantro, and lime, and served with a side of consomé for dipping, enhancing their rich, savory flavor
. In summary, birria tacos combine tender, flavorful braised meat, melted cheese, and crispy tortillas dipped in a spicy, aromatic broth, making them a beloved and hearty Mexican street food and comfort dish
