By Raquel Partida
Cooked Nopales
6 steps
Prep:5minCook:15min
These are a staple in Mexican dishes and a macro friendly food
Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 03:39:52 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Unbalanced
Glycemic Index
29
Low
Glycemic Load
2
Low
Nutrition per serving
Calories39.1 kcal (2%)
Total Fat0.3 g (0%)
Carbs8.2 g (3%)
Sugars3.1 g (3%)
Protein2.6 g (5%)
Sodium1780 mg (89%)
Fiber4.2 g (15%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Instructions
Step 1
1. Clean and remove the thorns from the nopales.
Step 2
2. Cut the nopales into your desired shape.
Step 3
3. Add nopales, onion, garlic cloves, tomatillo skin, and salt to a pan over medium heat.
Step 4
4. Cook for 10-15 minutes or until nopales are dark green.
Step 5
5. Add the cooked nopales into a colander and rinse with cold water. Make sure there is no “baba.”
Step 6
6. Add to your favorite dishes and enjoy. This is 4 servings of nopales.
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