Birria Grilled Cheese
Birria Grilled Cheese combines rich flavors of tender birria beef and gooey melted cheese between toasted slices of Texas toast, served with enchilada sauce for an extraordinary comfort food experience.
Ingredients
For the Shredded Beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For searing the beef
- 3 pounds chuck roast Main protein for the dish
- 1 tablespoon beef bouillon powder Can substitute with one bouillon cube
- 1 can (28 ounces) enchilada sauce, red Adds rich flavor to the beef
For the Grilled Cheese
- 1/2 cup (1 stick / 113 g) unsalted butter, divided For buttering the bread
- 20 slices Texas toast The base of the sandwich
- 1 medium white onion, finely diced, divided Adds crunch and flavor
- 2 1/2 cups (305 g) queso fresco, divided One of the main cheeses used
- 2 1/2 cups (282.5 g) mozzarella cheese, shredded, divided Provides gooey texture
- 2 teaspoons chopped cilantro, divided For garnish and flavor
Instructions
Preparation of Shredded Beef
- Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and place the chuck roast into the skillet. Sear the meat for about 3-5 minutes on each side until browned.
- Transfer the roast to a crockpot, sprinkle with beef bouillon, and pour the enchilada sauce over it. Cover and cook on low heat for 10 hours or until the meat is tender.
- After cooking, shred the beef and return it to the slow cooker to absorb the flavorful juices.
Assembly and Cooking
- Take the Texas toast slices and butter one side of each slice.
- In a heated skillet, place the buttered side of a slice of bread down. Pile on the shredded birria beef, diced onion, queso fresco, mozzarella cheese, and cilantro on top.
- Top with another slice of Texas toast, ensuring the buttered side is facing up.
- Cook each sandwich for around 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and the cheese is melted. Serve with beef broth for dipping.
Notes
Consider marinating the chuck roast in enchilada sauce for a few hours before cooking for deeper flavors. You can customize your sandwich with toppings like sliced jalapeños or avocado. A sprinkle of lime juice can add a bright contrast before serving.