Birria tacos are a traditional Mexican dish that went viral on TikTok in 2021, and they truly have it all! The concept? A generous portion of braised beef and melted cheese is placed in a corn tortilla, which is then dipped in the rich braising mixture!
Inspired by this classic recipe, we bring you a fondue that’s 100% BBQ friendly, in any season! Getting to use a favourite patio accessory and eat a delicious fondue meal simultaneously? Sign us up!
Don’t have a BBQ? Find a simplified version of this recipe in the “A few tips” section below, as well as a gourmet version to prepare with a smoker!
Ingredients
FOR THE BROTH
BBQ Pulled Beef
Birria Tacos Sour Cream
Suggested ingrediens
Tacos (wheat or corn, soft or crunchy, your pick!), shredded BBQ beef or sliced fondue beef, your choice of Oaxaca, Haloumi or curded cheese, multi-coloured mini peppers, canned kidney beans, fresh corn slices, pickled onions, lime and fresh cilantro to serve
Strain the broth through a pasta strainer, taste and adjust, then use a pitcher to transfer it to the fondue bowl;
Take ¼ cup of broth and prepare the Birria Tacos Sour Cream by mixing it with the reserved spices and sour cream.
A few tips
SIMPLIFIED VERSION: You can make this recipe by replacing the BBQ Pulled Beef with sliced fondue beef. Simply combine all the broth ingredients in a large pot, bring to a boil and simmer for 20 minutes, before straining through a colander. Serve with sour cream!
GOURMET SMOKER VERSION: Preheat your smoker to 250 degrees Fahrenheit with the wood of your choice and place the broth in a roasting pan on the bottom rack. Smoke the meat for 4 hours, then wrap it in butcher paper and continue to cook for 2 to 3 hours, or until the meat shreds nicely.
Want to try a second sauce? Take 1 cup of fondue broth and thicken it with 1 tbsp. cornstarch diluted in 1 tbsp. cold water by bringing the mixture to a boil over high heat.