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Air Fryer Birria Grilled Cheese

Irresistible 20-Minute Air Fryer Birria Grilled Cheese


  • Author: Goodoleach
  • Total Time: 18 mins
  • Yield: 2 sandwiches 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A delicious fusion of birria and grilled cheese made easy with an air fryer.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup shredded birria beef
  • 4 slices of bread
  • 1 cup shredded Oaxaca or mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tbsp butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup consommé (birria broth)
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup diced onions

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Butter one side of each bread slice.
  3. On the unbuttered side of two slices, layer shredded cheese, birria beef, cilantro, and onions.
  4. Top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side facing out.
  5. Place the sandwiches in the air fryer basket.
  6. Cook for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Serve hot with consommé for dipping.

Notes

  • Use leftover birria for convenience.
  • Adjust cheese to your preference.
  • Spraying the air fryer basket lightly prevents sticking.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 8 mins
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg

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