Cactus and Bean Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

This Cactus and Bean Tacos Recipe combines the unique flavor of cactus with hearty beans for a satisfying and nutritious meal. Tacos are a versatile dish that can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences.

Delicious Cactus and Bean Tacos

These tacos feature tender cactus paddles sautéed with spices and mixed with black beans, all wrapped in warm tortillas. This recipe is quick to prepare, taking about 30 minutes from start to finish, and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

2 cactus paddles, cleaned and diced
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
Salt and pepper to taste
8 small corn or flour tortillas
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Prepare the Cactus: In a skillet over medium heat, add a splash of water and the diced cactus. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until tender. Drain any excess liquid.
Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add a little oil and sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent.
Combine Ingredients: Add the cooked cactus and black beans to the skillet. Stir in cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes until heated through.
Warm the Tortillas: In a separate pan, warm the tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
Assemble Tacos: Spoon the cactus and bean mixture onto each tortilla. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.