Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1.5 cup

short pasta

uncooked

1 tbsp

olive oil

0.5 unit

onion

cut into halves

1 cup

nopal

cooked

0.5 cup

salsa verde

made with persimmons

1 unit

feta cheese

crumbled

Step 1
~4 min

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente. Reserve 1/3 cup of pasta water before draining.

Step 2
~4 min

Heat olive oil in a medium-sized casserole or pan over medium heat.

Step 3
~4 min

Sauté the halved onions in the oil until they begin to soften and brown slightly.

Step 4
~4 min

Add the cooked nopal to the pan with the onions and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5
~4 min

Add the cooked pasta, salsa verde, and reserved pasta water to the casserole.

Step 6
~4 min

Stir everything together to combine and cook for 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 7
~4 min

Serve the pasta hot, topped with crumbled feta cheese.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of salsa verde to your taste.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.

Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The salsa verde can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a main course or side dish.

Pairs well with grilled chicken or fish.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken
Grilled fish

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Nopal is a staple ingredient in Mexican cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Casual Lunch

Popularity Score

65/100

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