Recipe: Cactus Mexicano
For 6 Persons
Category: Side dish, Mexican, Veggies
2 lb Nopales (cactus pads)
1 lg Tomato, diced
1 sm Onion, chopped
1 Garlic clove, minced
1/2 c Cilantro, chopped
1 1/2 ts Salt
1/2 ts Pepper
Carefully remove thorns and eyes from nopales with a sharp knife; trim
outer edges and cut nopales into 1/2" pieces. Place in a saucepan with
water to cover; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 30 to 40 minutes,
or until tender. Drain and let cool. Combine nopales, tomato and remaining
ingredients, tossing gently to combine.
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