Tacos de Nopal con Queso
Tender cactus paddles charred until smoky, topped with melted cheese and fresh toppings. A vegetarian Mexican classic that's ready in 15 minutes.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 11g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Trim the flat sides of each nopal with a knife, removing the spine bumps and edges.
Step 2
Pat the nopales dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.
Step 3
Warm tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat, 30 seconds per side. Transfer to a plate.
Step 4
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.
Step 5
Working in batches, sear the nopales 3-4 minutes per side until charred and tender.
Step 6
Remove nopales to a cutting board. Slice into strips once cooled slightly.
Step 7
Lay a tortilla flat. Add a handful of nopal strips, top with queso fresco and onion.
Step 8
Fold the tortilla in half. Sprinkle cilantro on top. Squeeze lime over the taco.
Step 9
Repeat with remaining tortillas and fillings. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- chef's knife
- paper towels
- large skillet (12-inch cast iron preferred)
- cutting board
- kitchen tongs
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