Nopales Asados

INGREDIENTS

Cactus paddles Olive oil Salt

Clean the cactus paddles

01

Remove the thorns using a knife. Repeat this on the opposite side. Cut around the cactus and cut off the tough end.

Wash and rinse the cactus

02

Then, pat them dry with a paper towel. Check the cactus paddle for any leftover thorns. If you spot one, you can carefully remove it with your fingers.

Brush oil on both sides

03

Brush oil on both sides of the cactus. Any oil is fine – corn oil, olive oil, grapeseed oil.

Add salt

04

Sprinkle with salt. You can also use garlic salt or a combination of salt and garlic powder.

Grill them

05

Place the nopales on the grill, and turn them. Grill for 5 more minutes and remove. Cover with aluminum foil to keep warm.

Ready to serve!

06

Nopales Asados (Grilled Cactus) is a delicious and easy side dish. Ready in minutes and sure to please everyone at your next BBQ.

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