Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsOscar's SteakhouseNopales ‘asados’ Recipe

Nopales ‘asados’ Recipe

Inspired by Oscar's Steakhouse
Time20m
Serves4

Savor the vibrant flavors of our Nopales 'Asados', featuring tender, grilled cactus paddles seasoned to perfection. Each bite offers a delightful blend of smokiness and a hint of tang, served with zesty lime and fresh cilantro. This refreshing dish captures the essence of traditional Mexican cuisine, making it a perfect appetizer or side to elevate your meal.

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Ingredients

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Nopales

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Clean the Nopales

    Using a sharp knife, carefully remove any spines and the tough edges from the nopales. Rinse them under cold water to remove any residue.

  2. 2

    Grill the Nopales

    Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush each nopal paddle with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.

  3. 3

    Cook until tender

    Place the nopales on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are tender and have nice grill marks.

  4. 4

    Finish with Lime

    Remove the nopales from the grill and drizzle with lime juice before serving.

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