Quick Seared Nopales Tacos
Tender cactus paddles charred in a hot skillet with garlic and lime, served in warm tortillas with fresh toppings. Ready in under 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 185
- Protein
- 4g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Trim the edges and base from each nopale, then cut into 1/2-inch strips.
Step 2
Warm tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat, flipping once, until pliable.
Step 3
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers.
Step 4
Add nopal strips and cook without stirring for 2 minutes until edges char.
Step 5
Stir in garlic, cook 30 seconds until fragrant, then toss nopales.
Step 6
Cook 2 more minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and charred.
Step 7
Squeeze half the lime over the skillet, season with salt and pepper.
Step 8
Divide nopales among tortillas and serve with lime wedges on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- sharp knife
- cutting board
- 12-inch skillet
- wooden spoon
- tongs
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