Jul 14 2026
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Costillas De Res Recipe

Inspired by The Original Ninfa's on Navigation
Time1h
Serves4

Cross Cut Flanken Ribs, Ensalada Nopales, Salsa Molcajete, Tortillas

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Ingredients

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For the Costillas de Res

For the Ensalada Nopales

For the Salsa Molcajete

For the Tortillas

Method

For the Costillas de Res

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ribs

    Season the cross cut flanken ribs with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Drizzle with olive oil and rub the spices into the meat.

  2. 2

    Grill the Ribs

    Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the ribs for about 4-5 minutes on each side until they are cooked to your desired doneness.

For the Ensalada Nopales

  1. 3

    Cook the Nopales

    Boil the diced nopales in salted water for about 10 minutes until tender. Drain and rinse under cold water.

  2. 4

    Mix the Salad

    In a bowl, combine the cooked nopales, diced tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix well and set aside.

For the Salsa Molcajete

  1. 5

    Blend the Ingredients

    In a molcajete or blender, combine tomatillos, jalapeño, garlic, cilantro, and salt. Mash or blend until you reach your desired consistency.

For the Tortillas

  1. 6

    Heat the Tortillas

    Warm the corn tortillas on a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until soft and pliable.

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