Swiss Chard and Caramelized Onion Tacos Recipe

Name: Swiss Chard and Caramelized Onion Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces, weight Swiss Chard, Thick Lower Stems Removed; 1- 1/2 Tablespoon Oil, Lard Or Bacon Drippings; 1 whole Onion, Thinly Sliced; 3 cloves Garlic, Finely Minced; 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes, More Or Less Depending On Heat Preference; 1/2 cups Chicken Or Vegetable Broth Or Water; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; 12 whole Corn Tortillas, Warm; 1 cup Queso Fresco, Or Other Fresh Cheese Such As Feta Or Goat Cheese; 3/4 cups Salsa, Your Favorite

Servings: persons

12 ounces, weight Swiss Chard, Thick Lower Stems Removed
1- 1/2 Tablespoon Oil, Lard Or Bacon Drippings
1 whole Onion, Thinly Sliced
3 cloves Garlic, Finely Minced
1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes, More Or Less Depending On Heat Preference
1/2 cups Chicken Or Vegetable Broth Or Water
1/2 teaspoons Salt
12 whole Corn Tortillas, Warm
1 cup Queso Fresco, Or Other Fresh Cheese Such As Feta Or Goat Cheese
3/4 cups Salsa, Your Favorite

1
Slice the chard into 1/2-inch ribbons.
2
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3
Add the onion then cook until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes.
4
To the onions, add the red pepper flakes and garlic.
5
Stir for about 20 seconds until you are hit with the aroma of the garlic, then immediately add the broth or water, 1/2 teaspoon salt and the greens.
6
Adjust the heat to medium-low then cover the skillet.
7
Cook until the greens are almost tender.
8
For Swiss chard this will be about 5 minutes.
9
Spinach only takes about 2 minutes.
10
Uncover the pan, adjust the heat to medium-high, then cook until the juices have reduced significantly and merely glaze the greens.
11
Taste and add salt if you think it needs it.
12
Serve with the corn tortillas, crumbled fresh cheese and salsa.

570

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces, weight Swiss Chard, Thick Lower Stems Removed, 1- 1/2 Tablespoon Oil, Lard Or Bacon Drippings, 1 whole Onion, Thinly Sliced, 3 cloves Garlic, Finely Minced, and more.

Yes, Swiss Chard and Caramelized Onion Tacos falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Swiss Chard and Caramelized Onion Tacos

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