Description
Birria Grilled Cheese is a mouthwatering fusion of traditional Mexican flavors and comfort food classics. This irresistible sandwich features tender, marinated birria meat enveloped in gooey melted cheese, all nestled between crispy, golden-brown slices of bread. It’s the ultimate indulgence for any occasion—whether you’re hosting friends for game night or enjoying a cozy family dinner. The rich aroma and savory taste will awaken your taste buds and leave everyone craving more. Paired with warm birria broth for dipping, this satisfying dish elevates your grilled cheese experience to new heights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices of sturdy bread (like sourdough or Texas toast)
- 1 cup shredded birria meat (beef or lamb)
- 1 cup Oaxaca or Monterey Jack cheese (shredded)
- Butter (for grilling)
- ½ cup birria broth (for dipping)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and shred cooked birria meat.
- Spread butter on one side of each bread slice.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and place one slice butter-side down. Layer with shredded birria and cheese, then top with the second slice butter-side up.
- Grill for 3-4 minutes until golden brown; flip and grill the other side until crispy.
- Remove from heat, slice in half, and serve with warm birria broth for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (220g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 90mg