Side dishe for 2
Grilled Cactus Nopales
Nopales grill until tender and lightly charred, then receive melted cheese and simple seasoning.
$11.17for 4 servings
$2.79 per serving$11.17 for 4
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Photo: mexicoinmykitchen.com
- 15 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 2servings as written
- $$typical cost tier
MexicanVegetarianGluten-freeLow-carbBudgetSide dishesGrillSummer grillingSummer
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| Total for the servings shown | $5.59 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Olive and cooking oilSalt and pepper
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 2 size nopales
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- salt and pepper to taste (optional)
- 2 slices you favorite melting cheese (optional)
Steps
- Heat a grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush the nopales with vegetable oil and season them with salt and pepper.
- Grill the nopales for 4 minutes on each side until tender and lightly charred.
- Top each nopal with a cheese slice and grill for 2 minutes until melted.
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