If you’re craving bold flavor and crave-worthy crunch, Birria Ramen Tacos combine two of the most satisfying dishes on the planet. This spicy fusion recipe is your new weeknight obsession.
Try our Beef Birria recipe here if you’re making the consommé from scratch.
Table of Contents
What Are Birria Ramen Tacos?
Birria Ramen Tacos are a hybrid of two beloved comfort foods: Mexican-style birria tacos and Japanese ramen noodles. Traditionally, birria is a slow-stewed meat dish from Jalisco, Mexico, often made with beef or goat and served with a deeply flavorful chile-based broth known as consommé.
In this viral version, tender birria meat is stuffed into cheese-lined tortillas along with ramen noodles, then pan-fried until crisp. Each taco is dunked in hot consommé before every bite. The result is smoky, spicy, juicy, and incredibly rich in flavor and texture.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Birria Consommé:
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast or short ribs
- 5 dried guajillo chiles (stems and seeds removed)
- 2 dried ancho chiles
- 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 onion, quartered
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp ground cloves
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
For the Ramen:
- 2 packs of instant ramen noodles (discard seasoning packets)
- ½ cup consommé (from above)
- Optional: soft-boiled egg, sliced
For the Tacos:
- 10 corn tortillas
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella or Oaxaca cheese
- ½ cup chopped white onion
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges for serving
Internal Link Tip: Learn how to make homemade taco tortillas to elevate the base of your tacos.
How to Make Birria Ramen Tacos
Step 1: Prepare the Birria Consommé
- Toast the dried chiles in a skillet for 1 to 2 minutes until aromatic.
- Soak them in warm water for 15 minutes.
- Blend the chiles with garlic, onion, chipotle, tomato paste, vinegar, oregano, cumin, cloves, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Sear beef in a Dutch oven until browned on all sides.
- Add the chile mixture, broth, and bay leaf.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for 2.5 to 3 hours.
- Remove meat, shred with forks, and strain broth to use as consommé.
Pro Tip: Make the consommé a day in advance to enhance the depth of flavor.
Step 2: Cook the Ramen Noodles
- Boil water and cook ramen noodles until tender (about 3 minutes).
- Drain and toss with ½ cup consommé for extra flavor.
- Optional: Add a halved soft-boiled egg for ramen-style flair.
Step 3: Assemble the Birria Ramen Tacos
- Heat a skillet or griddle to medium heat.
- Dip each tortilla into consommé and place it on the skillet.
- Sprinkle cheese on one side, top with shredded birria, ramen noodles, chopped onion, and cilantro.
- Fold in half and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side until crispy and golden brown.
- Serve hot with a side of consommé for dipping.
Pro Tips for Perfect Birria Ramen
- Use freshly shredded cheese for best melt and texture.
- Fry tacos in beef fat skimmed from the consommé for extra richness.
- Warm tortillas before assembling to prevent tearing.
- Use a flat cast iron pan for an evenly crispy surface.
Storage and Reheating
Refrigeration: Store tacos and consommé separately in airtight containers for up to 4 days.
Freezing: Freeze birria meat and consommé in freezer bags for up to 2 months.
Reheating: Reheat in a skillet for best texture or use an oven at 350°F until warm. Avoid microwaving if you want to preserve crispness.
Topping Ideas and Variations
- Add pickled red onions for a tangy contrast.
- Swap beef for lamb, chicken, or jackfruit for a twist.
- Use flour tortillas instead of corn for a softer finish.
- Mix in shredded cabbage or lettuce for a fresh crunch.
Orphan Link: Check out these crispy baked taco tricks for mess-free crunch.
Orphan Link: You might also like our slow-cooked barbacoa bowl.
Nutrition Information (Per Taco Approximate)
- Calories: 380
- Protein: 18g
- Carbs: 32g
- Fat: 20g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fiber: 4g
FAQ: Everything About Birria Ramen
Qu’est-ce que le ramen birria ?
Le ramen birria est une version hybride des tacos birria traditionnels. Il combine des nouilles ramen avec de la viande braisée de birria et du consommé mexicain pour un repas épicé et savoureux.
Quelle est l’histoire du birria ramen ?
Cette tendance culinaire vient des food trucks californiens et a explosé sur TikTok. Elle modernise le plat mexicain traditionnel birria en ajoutant une touche asiatique contemporaine.
Le ramen birria est-il sain ?
C’est un plat riche, souvent frit, et donc pas l’option la plus légère. Pour alléger, vous pouvez utiliser moins de fromage, opter pour du bouillon maison allégé et ajouter plus de légumes.
Comment assembler des ramen birria ?
Trempez une tortilla dans le consommé, ajoutez du fromage, de la viande birria et des nouilles ramen. Pliez et faites griller jusqu’à ce que le tout soit croustillant.
Conclusion
Birria Ramen Tacos are the ultimate comfort food for bold palates. Combining smoky stewed meat, slurp-worthy noodles, and crispy grilled tortillas, this viral recipe is everything a food lover could want in one bite.
Whether you’re making it for a party, date night, or your next food blog post, this dish delivers rich flavor, layered texture, and tons of visual appeal.
For more fusion recipes, visit our Mexican-Japanese recipe hub.