PIQUANT CACTUS

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I cut this recipe out of a magazine many years ago and have tried it along with my favorite vegetable recipes. I love it with garden fresh green beans.-Cathee Bethel, Philomath, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 to 6 large cactus pads (about 8 inches x 4 inches) or 3 cups fresh green beans
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 cup water
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
4 bacon strips
2 tablespoons or red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Cornbread, optional

Steps:

  • Slice cactus pads into 1/2-in. wide strips; place in a saucepan. Add onion, water and 1/2 teaspoon salt; cover and cook over medium heat until cactus is tender, about 15 minutes. Drain. Meanwhile, cook bacon in a skillet until crisp; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. To drippings, add vinegar, sugar, Worcestershire sauce and remaining salt; bring to a boil. Add cactus and bacon; toss to coat. Cover and cook for 2-3 minutes or until heated through. Serve warm with cornbread if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

Shanna Springer
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This was a great recipe! The cactus was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Nidhi Lal
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but it was still good. The cactus was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I would recommend this recipe to anyone who likes spicy food.


ONE Gamers
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The cactus was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


MD. Monir
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I've never had cactus before, but this recipe was a great introduction. The cactus was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for something new and unique.


Bradleygamer 100
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This recipe was delicious! The cactus was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was flavorful and spicy. I would definitely make this again.


MR WOLF
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I love this recipe! The cactus is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is perfectly tangy and spicy. I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit with my friends and family.


K.D.Shree Dance Culture Academy
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The cactus was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was flavorful. I would recommend this recipe to anyone who likes spicy food.


M Umair Chohan
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I wasn't sure what to expect with this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised. The cactus was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was spicy and delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a unique and flavorful dish.


Tracy Wilson
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This recipe was a bit more time-consuming than I expected, but it was definitely worth it. The cactus was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious. I served it with rice and beans, and it was a hit with my family.


Karan Giri
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I've never cooked with cactus before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The cactus was delicious, and the sauce was perfectly spicy. I'll definitely be making this again!


Afia AkomAddai
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I love how this recipe uses simple ingredients to create a flavorful and unique dish. The cactus was a great addition, and it added a nice texture to the dish.


Sofia Jacobo
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This recipe was surprisingly easy to follow, and the results were amazing! The cactus had a slightly tangy flavor that paired perfectly with the spicy sauce. I'll definitely be making this again.