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Vegan Birria Tacos and Quesabirria

Vegan Birria Tacos and Quesabirria for Flavor Lovers

Delicious Vegan Birria Tacos and Quesabirria that offer bold flavors and delightful textures, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Simmering Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 cup Oyster Mushrooms Shredded for best results
  • 1 can Young Green Jackfruit Well-drained
  • 1 White Onion Chopped finely
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf Remove before serving
For the Sauce
  • 4 pieces Dried Chiles (Ancho, Guajillo, Pasilla, Morita) Adjust according to spice level
  • 2 pieces Roma Tomatoes Charred for better flavor
  • 3 cloves Garlic Charred
  • 1 tsp Whole Spices (Allspice, Peppercorns, Cloves, Cumin) Toasted
  • 1 stick Ceylon Cinnamon Any type of cinnamon works
  • 1 tsp Dried Herbs (Marjoram, Thyme, Oregano) Opt for fresh if available
  • 2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar Key ingredient for sauce
For Assembly
  • 8 Corn Tortillas Warm them up
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Chopped
  • 1/4 cup White Onion Chopped
  • 1 cup Vegan Cheese Optional for quesabirrias
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil Or broth for no-oil version
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth Adjust for desired consistency

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Skillet
  • Grill
  • blender

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the jackfruit by draining, rinsing, and simmering with half a chopped onion and a bay leaf for 10 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool.
  2. Toast the dried chiles until fragrant. Soak them in boiling water for 10 minutes. Char tomatoes and garlic, then blend with soaked chiles until smooth.
  3. Sauté shredded oyster mushrooms in vegetable oil until golden brown. Add jackfruit and sauté for another 5 minutes.
  4. Combine blended sauce and vegetable broth in the pot with filling. Stir well, bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 25 minutes.
  5. Warm corn tortillas, fill with the savory mixture, and garnish with cilantro and onion. Serve with extra sauce for dipping.
  6. For quesabirrias, dip tortillas in broth, fill with the mixture and vegan cheese, fold, and cook until crispy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze filling for up to 6 months.

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