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Nopalitos Con Huevos Eggs And Cactus Recipe

Experience a taste of Texas history with this vibrant Nopalitos Con Huevos recipe! Toni Turner, Executive Director of the University of Texas Law School Foundation and renowned cooking historian, shares her take on this 1850s Anglo-Native American breakfast dish, originally featured in Texas Highways. This recipe blends the flavors of smoky bacon, tender cactus paddles (nopalitos), and perfectly scrambled eggs for a unique and delicious culinary journey.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 537.6 kcal
Protein 51g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Nopalitos Con Huevos Eggs And Cactus

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How to Make Nopalitos Con Huevos Eggs And Cactus

  1. Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside, reserving about 2 tablespoons of bacon grease in the skillet.
  2. Add chopped onions to the skillet and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Add jalapeños, nopalitos, chili powder, and diced tomato to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until nopalitos are slightly softened.
  4. Pour in the lightly beaten eggs and cook, stirring gently, until eggs are set but still slightly moist.
  5. Stir in salt and pepper to taste. Top with grated cheese and crispy bacon.
  6. Serve immediately with warmed tortillas, home-fried potatoes (if using), and refried beans (if using).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

84g

Carbs

4g

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Omelets And Frittatas Breakfast Eggs Dairy Vegetables American Southwestern United States Diabetic Cheese Eggs Dietary Gluten Free Native American Low Carb Inexpensive Free Of Something Low In Something Novelty Presentation Served Cold