{"product_id":"birria-flavour-bombs","title":"Mexican Birria Taco Cooking Base","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor busy cooks who want rich, slow-cooked flavour without hours of preparation, this Birria Cooking Base from Flavour Bombs is an easy shortcut to one of Mexico’s most iconic dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich, smoky, deeply savoury and mild in heat, this award-winning flavour base brings the comforting depth of traditional Mexican birria to your kitchen with very little effort. Inspired by family recipes from the Mexican state of Jalisco and taste-tested by chefs, it combines premium ingredients such as Mexican oregano, ancho chilli, guajillo chilli, tomato, garlic and warming spices to create a deeply aromatic broth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply drop one flavour bomb into a pot with water and your choice of meat or vegetables to create a rich, fragrant consomé de birria. No chopping, blending or measuring required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for birria tacos, fajitas, enchiladas, nachos, ramen or rice bowls, it delivers the flavour of a slow-simmered stew in a fraction of the time. It works beautifully with beef, lamb or chicken, and also pairs well with mushrooms or jackfruit for a plant-based twist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA brilliant store-cupboard staple when you want authentic Mexican comfort food with minimal fuss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic Jalisco-style birria flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich, smoky and deeply savoury with mild heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick and easy to use with no blending or prep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in small batches in the UK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for tacos, ramen, rice bowls and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat British Food Awards Winner 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrop one flavour bomb into a pot with water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd beef, lamb, chicken or vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimmer until rich, fragrant and full of flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the birria and consommé for tacos, enchiladas, noodles or rice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTry with mushrooms or jackfruit for a plant-based twist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGarlic, tomato, onion, brown sugar, salt, paprika, guajillo pepper, sunflower oil, ancho chilli, cumin, Mexican oregano, dried lime, coriander, black pepper, cinnamon, citric acid, xanthan gum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergy Advice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMay contain traces of celery, mustard, sesame, milk, tree nuts, peanut, soy and sulphites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore in a cool, dry place. Shelf life up to 12 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwin pack containing 2 flavour bombs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne flavour bomb makes enough birria for 2–3 people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to make Birria using dried chillies try \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/peak-the-pantry-2.myshopify.com\/products\/cool-chile-birria-seasoning\"\u003eCool Chile Birria Seasoning Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ’s\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is birria?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBirria is a traditional Mexican stew from the state of Jalisco, known for its rich broth made with chillies, spices and slow-cooked meat. It is often served in tacos with a side of consommé for dipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow spicy is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flavour is rich and smoky with mild heat, focusing more on depth and savoury warmth than strong spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do you use the Birria Cooking Base?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply drop one flavour bomb into a pot with water and add your chosen protein or vegetables. As it simmers, it melts into a deeply flavoured birria broth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat dishes can be made with it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt works beautifully for birria tacos, but also in fajitas, enchiladas, nachos, ramen, rice bowls or spooned over roasted vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be made vegetarian or vegan?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It pairs well with mushrooms, jackfruit or other plant-based alternatives. The consommé itself is gluten-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is it made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlavour Bombs are handmade in small batches in the UK, using premium herbs, spices and aromatics inspired by authentic global recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Flavour Bombs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlavour Bombs was created by husband-and-wife duo Tina and Olly, who set out to make authentic global cooking easier for busy home cooks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth passionate about food, they found that many of the world’s most exciting dishes required hours of preparation and specialist ingredients. They believed there had to be a simpler way to bring those flavours into everyday kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTina, the flavour obsessive behind the recipes, learned many traditional dishes while cooking in the homes of friends and families from around the world. These were the kinds of recipes rarely written down - dishes passed through generations through shared meals and storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore launching Flavour Bombs, Tina spent over a decade as a senior executive in the tech industry, while Olly built his career in the creative world of film and television.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether they created Flavour Bombs - carefully crafted flavour bases designed to melt into sauces and broths, delivering the depth of slow-cooked dishes without the hours of preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach recipe is taste-tested and refined with chefs and communities connected to the cuisine, helping ensure the flavours stay true to their origins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eAt Peak \u0026amp; The Pantry, we provide product details to help you make informed choices and enjoy your shopping experience. While we strive to ensure accuracy, we always recommend checking the packaging and label before use, as ingredients and product information may change over time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Flavour Bomb","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53292962939222,"sku":null,"price":7.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1016\/6426\/0438\/files\/Flavour-bombs-birria.webp?v=1786885165","url":"https:\/\/peakandthepantry.co.uk\/products\/birria-flavour-bombs","provider":"Peak \u0026 The Pantry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}