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Sopa De Nopales (Cactus Soup)

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Category: Soups, Mexican

 Ingredients List

  • 1 tb Olive or salad oil
  • 1 Large onion,chopped
  • 1 lb Tomatillos*
  • 6 c Chicken broth,reg strength
  • 1 pk Sliced cactus (33 oz)**
  • 2 tb Lime juice
  • 2 tb Fresh cilantro leaves,minced
  • 2 oz Panela/feta cheese,crumbled
  • Lime wedges (opt)

 Directions

Cactus looks forbidding. Stripped of its prickly points, however, it is a
mild-mannered vegetable with a slightly tart flavor. Look for easy-to-use
canned cactus (sold as NOPALES or NOPALITOS) in supermarkets and Mexican
groceries.
* - husks removed, rinsed and coarsely chopped ** -
packed in water, drained and rinsed.

In a 4-5 quart pan over medium heat, stir oil and onion often until onion
is golden, about 15 minutes. Add tomatillos; stir often just until soft,
about 6 minutes. Add broth; bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in cactus,
lime juice, and cilantro. Cook until hot. Ladle soup into a tureen. Offer
cheese to add to taste. Accompany with lime wedges.

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