Nopales with Queso Frito and Ham

Nopales with Queso Frito and Ham

tropicalcheese.com

The nopal cactus, native to Mexico, has been a staple in Mexican cuisine for centuries. It is part of a wide variety of dishes, beverages, and traditional remedies. Nopales are often served grilled...

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Cooking tools:

  • Blender
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Pot
  • Skillet
  • Stove
  • Slotted spoon
  • Spatula
  • Measuring spoon
  • Measuring cup
  • Mixing bowl
  • Colander
  • Spoon
  • Paper towel
  • Plate

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ onion
  • 5 Roma tomatoes
  • 4 cloves of garlic
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 ¼ cup fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon dry oregano
  • 4 clean nopales (thorns removed)
  • 8 slices of cooked ham
  • 4 medium thick slices of queso frito
  • 2 cups blended or canola oil for the queso frito
  • 1 ½ tablespoon salt used for all the steps
  • 4 tablespoons of Crema Mexicana

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