Nopalitos con Huevos
Nopales con huevos is a classic Mexican dish made with prickly pear cactus and scrambled eggs. Packed with protein and amazing nutrients, it's a nutritious and delicious breakfast you'll love waking up to!
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 100kcal
Ingredients
- 2 Nopales pads
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled
- salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 small onion, peeled and chopped
- 4 eggs, beaten
- pepper to taste
- cilantro, chopped
- corn or flour tortillas
Instructions
- Using a small paring knife, clean the cactus paddles by scraping thorns or spines from both sides. Trim off the edges and any blemished or discolored areas. Wash well with cold water.
- Cut the paddle lengthwise into half-inch thick strips and then cut crosswise into 1 to 1 1/2-inch lengths.
- In a saucepot over medium heat, combine garlic, about 1 teaspoon of salt, and enough water to cover nopales. Bring to a boil.
- Add nopales and cook for about 20 to 25 minutes or until nopales have changed color and are tender yet crisp.
- Drain nopales and rinse well under very cold water. Rinse again as needed to rid of mucilage.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add onions and cook until softened.
- Add nopales and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add eggs and cook, stirring regularly, until eggs are set but still slightly wet. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- . Remove from heat, garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with warm tortillas.
Nutrition
Calories: 100kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 163mg | Sodium: 63mg | Potassium: 80mg | Vitamin A: 250IU | Vitamin C: 1.7mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 0.7mg