NOPALITOS CON CHILI (CACTUS)

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



Nopalitos Con Chili (Cactus) image

Make and share this Nopalitos Con Chili (Cactus) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Little Of Everything

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 small nopalitos (should be firm 5 inch in diameter size, top sprouts of prickly pear cactus plant)
3/4 lb chuck (chuck steak)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 med.-size onion, chopped (1/2 c.)
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1 large garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 cup tomato puree (29 oz. can)
1 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon leaves oregano, crumbled
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans (optional)

Steps:

  • Wash nopalitos, watch for small thorns, use potato peeler to smooth over and remove sprouting thorns. Cut nopalitos into small cubes, wash again, drain. Set aside.
  • Brown steak in oil after you have cut it into 1/2 inch cubes. Use large skillet. Remove cubes with slotted spoon as they brown. Add onions, green peppers and garlic; saute stirring often, until tender. Add nopalitos to mixture, cook 3 minutes. Sprinkle chili powder over mixture; cook and stir one minute.
  • Return meat to skillet; add tomatoes, water, salt and oregano; bring to boiling. Lower heat; cover; simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Drain beans, reserving about half the liquid. Add beans and reserved liquid to skillet; simmer, uncovered, 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.4, Fat 20.5, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 58.7, Sodium 379.8, Carbohydrate 10.2, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 4.6, Protein 17.3

bubbly_ lubbly
[email protected]

This is a great recipe for a healthy and flavorful meal.


Ahmed Ossam
[email protected]

I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The cactus is earthy and slightly tangy, while the chili sauce is sweet and spicy. It's a perfect balance.


nathan drake
[email protected]

This is a great recipe for a party. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it's always a hit with my guests. The cactus is tender and flavorful, and the chili sauce is the perfect amount of spice.


Pauline Sekopamotse
[email protected]

I'm always looking for new ways to cook cactus, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The cactus is cooked perfectly and the chili sauce is delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


SharkFinn1337
[email protected]

This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. The cactus is tender and flavorful, and the chili sauce is delicious. We always have leftovers, which is a bonus.


Rama Lee
[email protected]

I love the way the cactus and chili sauce come together in this dish. The cactus is tender and flavorful, and the chili sauce is the perfect amount of spice. I always get compliments when I make this dish.


Gh Haider
[email protected]

This is a great recipe for a healthy and flavorful meal. The cactus is packed with nutrients, and the chili sauce is made with fresh ingredients. I feel good about serving this dish to my family.


MHassan MHassan
[email protected]

I'm not a big fan of cactus, but this recipe changed my mind. The cactus is cooked perfectly and the chili sauce is delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Md Ibrahim Toyube
[email protected]

This is a great recipe for a party. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it's always a hit with my guests. The cactus is tender and flavorful, and the chili sauce is the perfect amount of spice. I always get rave reviews when I make this dish.


kenny Baker
[email protected]

I was a little hesitant to try this recipe at first, but I'm glad I did. The cactus is surprisingly delicious, and the chili sauce is the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this again.


Christie Reeves
[email protected]

This recipe is a great way to use up leftover cactus. I had some leftover from a previous recipe, and I wasn't sure what to do with it. This recipe was the perfect solution. The cactus is tender and flavorful, and the chili sauce is delicious. I'll d


Fridah Kathure
[email protected]

I'm always looking for new and interesting recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The cactus is a unique ingredient, and the chili sauce is flavorful and spicy. I'll definitely be making this again.


Usama Saleem
[email protected]

This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The cactus is tender and flavorful, and the chili sauce is the perfect amount of spice. I served it with rice and beans, and it was a hit with my family.


Beatrice Mbonabi
[email protected]

I wasn't sure what to expect from this dish, but I'm glad I tried it. The cactus is a unique and interesting ingredient, and the chili sauce is delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


shahzad bhai
[email protected]

This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I especially liked the addition of the fresh cilantro. It really brightened up the dish.


Ashley Boyer
[email protected]

I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The cactus is earthy and slightly tangy, while the chili sauce is sweet and spicy. It's a perfect balance.


Sphelele Mdletshe
[email protected]

This was my first time cooking with cactus, and I was pleasantly surprised. The nopalitos were mild in flavor and had a nice texture. The chili sauce was also very good. I'll definitely be making this again.


Tambe Amelie
[email protected]

I've made this recipe a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The cactus is tender and flavorful, and the chili sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. I highly recommend it!


Segun Amadi
[email protected]

This nopalitos con chili recipe is a keeper! The cactus is perfectly cooked and the chili sauce is flavorful and spicy. I served it with rice and beans, and it was a hit with my family.