Embark on a culinary adventure with our Swiss Chard Tacos, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Picture tender Swiss chard sautéed to perfection, its vibrant hue adding a pop of color to the dish. Perfectly caramelized onions lend a sweet and savory dimension, while a blend of melty cheeses, including mozzarella and cheddar, creates a luscious, gooey center. The chipotle crema, with its smoky and spicy notes, adds an extra layer of complexity, perfectly complementing the earthy flavors of the Swiss chard. These tacos are a delightful fusion of textures, with the crispiness of the tortilla contrasting the softness of the fillings. Served with a side of fresh Pico de Gallo and guacamole, these Swiss Chard Tacos are a feast for the eyes and the palate. Get ready to experience a taco sensation like no other.
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SWISS CHARD
Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 30m
Yield 3 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Slice the stems into 1-inch pieces and reserve. Stack the chard leaves into a pile. Roll together into a bundle and slice into 1/2-inch ribbons.
- Heat the oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the bacon and saute until browned, rendering the fat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until translucent. Add the red pepper flakes and the chard stems, cook for 3 to 4 minutes and then season with salt and pepper.
- Begin to add the chard ribbons in batches. Once the chard wilts down, add the next batch. Stir occasionally until completely tender, about 5 minutes. Add the balsamic vinegar and serve.
SWISS CHARD TACOS WITH CARAMELIZED ONION, CHEESE AND CHIPOTLE
The best Vegetarian tacos I have ever had! Don't let the veggies fool you these are hearty with extraordinary flavor. Found this recipe on a website a few years back...it is credited to Rick Bayless, from Everyday Mexican
Provided by dw9212
Categories Spinach
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut the chard crosswise into 1-2 inch slices. In a large skillet heat the oil over medium-heat. Add the onion and stir occasionally for about 10 minutes, until they become golden and caramelized. Add the garlic and red pepper and stir for 1 minute, until fragrant. Add the broth, greens and a pinch of salt. Cover reduce heat to low and cook until the greens are almost tender, (spinach will just take about 2 minutes, chard about 5, and heartier greens like collards, about 7-8) stirring occasionally. Remove lid and turn heat back to medium, stirring, until the mixture is nearly dry and adjust salt to taste.
- Meanwhile, heat a flat skillet over medium-high heat and warm the tortillas for a minute or so per side. Fill the warm tortillas with veggies and top with crumbled queso and salsa.
- **You can use your favorite salsa, or make a quick, smokey chipotle salsa. Place 1-2 tomatoes, cut in half, half side down under the broiler with a few peeled cloves of garlic until slightly charred - a few minutes. Blend, tomatoes, garlic and 2-3 chipotles in adobo sauce (you'll find these in a can) with a splash of olive oil and salt and pepper to taste.
SAUTEED SWISS CHARD WITH ONIONS
Provided by Gina Marie Miraglia Eriquez
Categories Leafy Green Onion Vegetable Side Sauté Christmas Thanksgiving Vegetarian Dinner Fall Winter Chard Gourmet Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 8 (side dish) servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cut stems and center ribs from chard, discarding any tough portions, then cut stems and ribs crosswise into 2-inch pieces. Stack chard leaves and roll up lengthwise into cylinders. Cut cylinders crosswise to make 1-inch-wide strips.
- Heat oil and butter in a large heavy pot over medium heat until foam subsides, then cook onions and garlic with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, covered, stirring occasionally, until onions begin to soften, about 8 minutes. Add chard stems and ribs, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until stems are just tender, about 10 minutes. Add chard leaves in batches, stirring until wilted before adding next batch, and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a serving bowl.
CHARD AND SWEET CORN TACOS
These sweet and spicy tacos can be filled with chard of any color, or other greens like beet greens or amaranth. I used Swiss chard for these tacos, but other greens like beet greens or amaranth will work. I don't recommend strong-tasting cruciferous greens like kale, though. You can use green chard, red chard or rainbow, and do include the stalks if they're nice and wide. Don't skimp on the garlic. As for the salsa, you can choose between fresh or cooked tomato salsa, or use a salsa verde made with tomatillos. They all work well. A quarter cup of filling is plenty for each taco.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories brunch, dinner, lunch, tacos, appetizer, main course
Time 15m
Yield 8 tacos, serving 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil while you stem chard and wash leaves in 2 rinses of water. Rinse stalks and dice them if they are wide and not stringy.
- When water in pot comes to a boil, salt generously and add chard leaves. Blanch for a minute, then transfer to a bowl of cold water and drain. Take chard up by the handful and squeeze out excess water, then cut into 1/2-inch wide strips. Set aside.
- Heat oil over medium heat in a large, heavy skillet and add onion. Cook, stirring often, until onions are tender and beginning to color, about 8 minutes, and add a generous pinch of salt, the garlic, diced chard stalks and corn kernels. Continue to cook, stirring often, until corn is just tender, about 4 minutes. Stir in chard and cook, stirring, for another minute or two, until ingredients are combined nicely and chard is tender but still bright. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Remove from heat.
- Heat tortillas. Top with vegetables, a sprinkling of cheese and a spoonful of salsa.
CHARD TACOS
This is a meatless taco in a corn tortilla. Simple and delicious. You will want seconds or thirds. Shhh.
Provided by Tabbytaz
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 1h5m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned golden brown, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes, stirring until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the chicken broth, Swiss chard, and salt. Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer until chard is nearly tender, about 5 minutes. Remove lid and increase heat to medium, stirring until the liquid evaporates, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Heat another skillet over medium-high heat. Warm the tortillas in the skillet for about 1 minute per side. Fill the warmed tortillas with the chard, and top with the queso fresco cheese and salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.6 calories, Carbohydrate 48.8 g, Cholesterol 19.9 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 14.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 530.7 mg, Sugar 4.6 g
Tips:
- Prep the Swiss Chard: Before cooking, remove the tough stems from the Swiss chard leaves. You can use the leaves raw in salads or lightly sautéed as a side dish.
- Caramelize the Onions: For the best flavor, use sweet onions and cook them over medium-low heat until they are golden brown and slightly crispy. This process takes about 20-30 minutes, so be patient.
- Make the Chipotle Cream Sauce: Combine sour cream, mayonnaise, chipotle peppers in adobo, lime juice, and cilantro in a blender or food processor until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble the Tacos: Place a warm tortilla on a plate and spread a layer of refried beans in the center. Top with Swiss chard, caramelized onions, cheese, and chipotle cream sauce. Fold the tortilla in half or roll it up and enjoy!
Conclusion:
This Swiss chard tacos recipe is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy this leafy green vegetable. The caramelized onions and chipotle cream sauce add a rich and flavorful touch, while the cheese and refried beans provide a satisfying and filling meal. Whether you are looking for a vegetarian or vegan taco option or simply want to try something new, these Swiss chard tacos are sure to please. So gather your ingredients and give this recipe a try today!
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