Sopa De Nopales(Cactus Soup)

* Exported from MasterCook *

SOPA DE NOPALES (CACTUS SOUP)

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Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Soups Mexican

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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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)

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.
ÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿ ÿÿÿÿÿÿ * - husks removed, rinsed and
coarsely chopped ** - packed in water, drained and
rinsed.
ÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿ ÿÿÿÿÿÿ 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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