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To make your birria grilled cheese, you need some key steps. First, gather all your ingredients. You will need shredded birria beef, sourdough bread, and cheese. Oaxaca cheese works well, but you can use mozzarella too. I also like to add cheddar cheese for extra flavor.

Birria Grilled Cheese

Discover the irresistible fusion of savory birria and melty cheese in a birria grilled cheese! This comfort food classic combines slow-cooked, seasoned beef with gooey Oaxaca and cheddar cheese, all nestled between crusty sourdough bread. Follow this easy recipe for tips on assembly, grilling techniques, and delicious dipping options with salsa or consomé. Ready to elevate your sandwich game? Click through to explore the full recipe and bring this mouthwatering dish to your kitchen!
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Ingredients
  

2 cups shredded birria beef (slow-cooked and seasoned)

4 slices of sourdough bread

1 cup Oaxaca cheese (or mozzarella)

1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

1 tablespoon unsalted butter

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 small red onion, thinly sliced

1 jalapeño, sliced (optional, for heat)

Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Salsa or consomé, for dipping

Instructions
 

Prepare the Beef: Ensure your shredded birria beef is warm and flavorful. If preferred, lightly sauté it with a bit of consomé in a pan for added moisture and flavor. Set aside.

    Toast the Onions: In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced red onion and jalapeño if using. Sauté until soft and slightly caramelized, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.

      Assemble the Sandwich: Take 2 slices of sourdough bread. On the bottom slice, layer half of the Oaxaca cheese, followed by a generous portion of the shredded birria beef, sautéed onions, and then top with the remaining Oaxaca cheese. Place the second slice of sourdough on top to form a sandwich.

        Grill the Sandwich: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Carefully place the sandwich in the skillet. Grill for about 4-5 minutes on one side or until golden brown and crispy.

          Flip and Finish: After flipping the sandwich, sprinkle some cheddar cheese on top of the sandwich before cooking the other side. Grill for another 4-5 minutes until the bread is crisp, and the cheeses are melted.

            Serve: Remove from skillet and cut the sandwich in half. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro. Serve with side salsa or a small bowl of birria consomé for dipping.

              Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 2