Prepped Nopales (Cactus Paddles) | Nibbles n Feasts
Prepped Nopales (Cactus Paddles)
10 mins prepServes 6
A method for cooking nopales (cactus paddles) with aromatics in their own liquid, ensuring they are not slimy and ready for use in various Mexican dishes throughout the week.
To prep nopales, combine them in a pot with a piece of onion, 2-3 garlic cloves, fresh cilantro, and salt. Do not add any water, as the nopales will cook in their own liquid. Cook on medium-low heat for 35-40 minutes, depending on the amount, allowing the 'baba' (slime) to evaporate. Once cooked and deslimed, rinse them and they are ready to be stored for the week.
