"These birria quesadillas are the perfect appetizer with tender shredded Mexican birria and lots of melty cheese, served with birria sauce for dipping...."
INGREDIENTS
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5 ancho peppers
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5 guajillo peppers
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2-3 chiles de arbol (optional for spicier)
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil
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1 large white onion (chopped)
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3 large tomatoes (chopped)
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5 cloves garlic (chopped)
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1 tablespoon Mexican oregano
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1 tablespoon sea salt (or to taste)
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1 teaspoon cinnamon
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1 teaspoon cumin
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1 teaspoon ground ginger
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1 teaspoon black pepper
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½ cup apple cider vinegar
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2 large roasted tomatoes (chopped)
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4 cups beef stock (separated)
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4 pound boneless beef chuck (Or you can use beef shank or brisket - try with lamb shoulder. See Recipe Notes.)
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or more as needed)
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16 flour tortillas (taco sized)
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4 cups shredded Mexican cheese (Use any melty cheese, like Oaxaca, Chihuahua, or Pepperjack, Monterrey Jack, etc)
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Optional Extras. Chopped white or red onion, chopped cilantro, sliced jalapenos.