Tacos With Garlicky Mexican Greens

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   Warm the tortillas: Place a vegetable steamer in a large saucepan filled with 1/2 inch of water.

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   Bring to a boil.

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   Wrap tortillas in a heavy kitchen towel, lay them in the steamer, and cover with a tight lid.

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   Boil 1 minute, turn off the heat, and let stand without opening for about 15 minutes.

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   Prepare the filling: While tortillas are steaming, bring 3 quarts salted water to a boil in a large pot.

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   Add greens, and cook until barely tender, 1 to 2 minutes.

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   Drain in a colander, and spread out on a large plate or baking sheet to cool.

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   When cool enough to handle, roughly chop.

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   In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.

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    Add onion, and cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown, about 10 minutes.

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    Add garlic, stir for 1 minute, then add greens, and stir for about 1 minute, just long enough to heat them through.

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    Season with salt.

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    Prepare the tacos: Scoop the filling into a deep, warm serving dish, and sprinkle with cheese.

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    Serve with the warm tortillas, salsa, and cilantro sprigs.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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