Arizona Cactus and Beans

Name: Arizona Cactus and Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 33 min
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons vegetable oil; 2 potatoes, cut into small rectangles; 1 cup shredded carrots; 2.5 (15 ounce) jars nopalitos cactus, drained; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 teaspoons fenugreek seeds; 2 teaspoons ground coriander; 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans

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Being surrounded by land filled with wild prickly pear cactus in Arizona, I was inspired to find different ways to enjoy this local plant. This is a simple but tasty recipe that is best if served with warm cornbread.

Recipe by CERAWALLACE

Updated on January 14, 2022

Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

18 mins

Total Time:

33 mins

Servings:

6

Yield:

6 servings

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Ingredients

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
2 potatoes, cut into small rectangles
1 cup shredded carrots
2 ½ (15 ounce) jars nopalitos cactus, drained
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons fenugreek seeds
2 teaspoons ground coriander
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans

Directions

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add potatoes and carrots; cook and stir until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes.
Stir cactus, chili powder, garlic, fenugreek seeds, coriander, and cumin into the potato mixture. Cook, stirring frequently, until cactus is softened, about 5 minutes. Add pinto beans; cook, stirring gently, until just heated through, about 3 minutes.

Cook's Note:

Remove spines and slice 3 to 4 prickly pear cactus pads instead of used jarred cactus if desired.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

160	Calories
3g	Fat
30g	Carbs
7g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 160
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3g	3%
Saturated Fat 0g	2%
Sodium 217mg	9%
Total Carbohydrate 30g	11%
Dietary Fiber 10g	34%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 7g
Vitamin C 41mg	203%
Calcium 339mg	26%
Iron 3mg	18%
Potassium 1085mg	23%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.