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Delicious Birria Queso Fundido Dip Recipe with Crispy Tortilla Chips

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A bold, comforting, and melty cheese dip blended with rich birria beef, perfect for parties and casual gatherings. Served with crispy tortilla chips, this dip is a crowd-pleaser that combines spicy, cheesy, and crunchy textures.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups shredded birria beef (leftover birria or slow-cooked spiced beef)
  • 2 cups shredded Oaxaca cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • ½ cup finely chopped white onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • 1 small jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cups tortilla chips (homemade or store-bought)
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare your tortilla chips: If making homemade, preheat oven to 375°F. Cut 6 corn tortillas into triangles and toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy. Set aside.
  2. In a cast iron skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter. Add chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and jalapeño, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Stir in 2 cups shredded birria beef, cumin, and smoked paprika. Heat through for 3-5 minutes.
  4. Lower heat to medium-low and evenly spread 2 cups Oaxaca cheese and 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese over the beef mixture. Let cheese melt slowly for 5-7 minutes until bubbly and stringy with golden brown spots.
  5. Sprinkle with chopped fresh cilantro and squeeze lime on top if desired. Serve immediately with crispy tortilla chips.

Notes

Use freshly shredded cheese for best melt quality. Melt cheese slowly over medium-low heat to avoid oil separation. Cover skillet briefly if cheese isn’t melting evenly. For less heat, omit jalapeño or remove seeds. Homemade chips crisped in oil or oven provide best texture. Leftover dip can be reheated gently. Adding a splash of birria consommé before cheese melting adds moisture and flavor.

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