Vibrant Cactus Stir Fry

Ingredients

Cactus pads

2 cups, cleaned and diced

Olive oil

2 tablespoons

Yellow bell pepper

1, sliced

Red bell pepper

1, sliced

Onion

1 medium, thinly sliced

Garlic

3 cloves, minced

Soy sauce

2 tablespoons

Lime

1, juiced

Salt

to taste

Pepper

to taste

Fresh cilantro

for garnish (optional)

Lime wedges

for serving

Instructions

1. Begin by carefully cleaning the cactus pads to remove any spines. Rinse them under cold water, then dice into bite-sized pieces.
2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the diced cactus pads and sauté for about 5 minutes, until they start to soften and become slightly translucent.
3. Add the sliced yellow and red bell peppers, along with the thinly sliced onion and minced garlic. Stir-fry for an additional 5 minutes, until the vegetables are tender yet still vibrant in color.
4. Stir in 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and the freshly squeezed juice of 1 lime. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, ensuring everything is well combined and heated through.
5. Serve the cactus stir fry hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges if desired. This dish pairs beautifully with rice, quinoa, or warm tortillas.