Description
At its core, a Birria Grilled Cheese Sandwich is a fusion of Mexican slow-cooked meat and American comfort food. Unlike a standard grilled cheese that relies solely on dairy for its identity, this sandwich uses the protein-packed, spice-laden shredded beef known as birria as its centerpiece.
Ingredients
4 slices thick bread (sourdough or sandwich bread)
1 cup shredded birria beef (with a little consommé for dipping)
1 cup shredded cheese (Oaxaca, mozzarella, or Monterey Jack)
2–3 tbsp butter (softened)
2–3 tbsp chopped onion (optional)
Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
Butter the bread
Spread butter on one side of each slice (this will be the outside).Assemble
Place bread butter-side down on a pan.
Add cheese, birria beef, onions, cilantro, then more cheese.
Top with another slice of bread (butter-side up).
Grill
Cook on medium heat for 3–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.Serve
Slice and serve hot with warm birria consommé for dipping.
Notes
For extra depth of flavor, lightly dip the bread in birria broth before grilling, and add pickled onions or jalapeños for a tangy kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 560 kcal
Keywords: Cheesy Birria Sandwich, Shredded Beef Grilled Cheese, Birria Sourdough Melt, Mexican Style Grilled Cheese, Quesabirria Grilled Cheese