Nopalitoschopped and cooked prickly pear cactus paddles come together in 20 minutes!

What Are Nopalitos?

They are tasty cooked and are used in many traditional Mexican dishes.

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If the nopalitos still have their spines, remove them.

Turn the paddle over and do the same on the other side.

When the nopalitos are completely clean, slice them into pieces.

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Add red onion, garlic, and jalapeno.

Cook for a minute, stirring occasionally.

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Cook for several more minutes.

Then add the chopped tomato.

Continue to cook until all vegetables are cooked through.

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Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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