Description
Sensational quesabirria tacos bring Mexico’s rich culinary heritage to home kitchens with tender braised beef and melted cheese. Crispy tortillas wrapped around spicy, slow-cooked meat create an irresistible dish you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 pounds ground beef
- 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 onion, finely chopped
Binding and Flavor Enhancers:
- 0.5 cup bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Topping Ingredients:
- 0.5 cup ketchup
- 0.25 cup ketchup (for topping)
- 0.25 cup mustard
- 1 tablespoon mustard (for topping)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly coat a loaf pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, combine ground beef with crumbled bacon, creating a rich protein base. Add shredded cheddar cheese for depth of flavor and moisture.
- Incorporate bread crumbs to help bind the mixture, then mix in ketchup, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce for tangy complexity.
- Fold in finely chopped onion and minced garlic to enhance the aromatic profile of the meatloaf.
- Crack and whisk eggs, then blend thoroughly into the meat mixture to ensure proper consistency and binding.
- Season with salt and pepper, mixing until all ingredients are evenly distributed and well incorporated.
- Carefully transfer the seasoned mixture into the prepared loaf pan, pressing gently to create an even surface.
- For the topping, whisk together ketchup, mustard, and brown sugar in a separate bowl to create a sweet and tangy glaze.
- Spread the topping evenly across the meatloaf surface, ensuring complete coverage for maximum flavor.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F and the topping caramelizes.
- Remove from oven and allow the meatloaf to rest for 10 minutes, which helps retain moisture and makes slicing easier.
- Slice and serve warm, enjoying the complex layers of flavor and tender texture.
Notes
- Meat Blend Experiment with mixing different ground meats like beef, pork, and veal for richer flavor complexity and improved texture.
- Low-Carb Adaptation Replace bread crumbs with almond flour or crushed pork rinds to make the meatloaf keto-friendly and reduce carbohydrate content.
- Moisture Maintenance Add grated zucchini or finely chopped mushrooms to boost moisture and prevent the meatloaf from becoming dry during baking.
- Spice Customization Incorporate additional herbs like thyme, rosemary, or smoked paprika to elevate the overall taste profile and introduce regional culinary variations.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 726
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 47 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 41 g
- Cholesterol: 218 mg