Typically Texas Fried Cactus Pad Tidbits Recipe

Name: Typically Texas Fried Cactus Pad Tidbits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 to 6 large cactus pads; 2 c. flour; 2 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. pepper; 1 c. milk; 6 eggs; crumbs from 6 stale rolls or 10 slices bread; 1 packet saltine crackers (1/4 box); 3 Tbsp. chili powder; 1 1/2 Tbsp. cayenne; 2 Tbsp. salt; 1/2 c. cilantro; peanut oil for deep frying

Servings: persons

4 to 6 large cactus pads
2 c. flour
2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. pepper
1 c. milk
6 eggs
crumbs from 6 stale rolls or 10 slices bread
1 packet saltine crackers (1/4 box)
3 Tbsp. chili powder
1 1/2 Tbsp. cayenne
2 Tbsp. salt
1/2 c. cilantro
peanut oil for deep frying

1
Using paring knife, remove spiny needles from cactus pads. Slice into 1/2-inch wide strips.
2
Wash thoroughly and drain.
3
Mix flour, salt and pepper; set aside.
4
Blend milk and eggs well.
5
In another bowl, mix crumbs, crackers, chili powder, cayenne and salt.
6
Dredge cactus in seasoned flour, then place in egg-milk mixture, then in seasoned crumbs.
7
Heat oil to 350u00b0.
8
Fry pads in batches 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown.

695

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 to 6 large cactus pads, 2 c. flour, 2 tsp. salt, 1 tsp. pepper, and more.

Yes, Typically Texas Fried Cactus Pad Tidbits falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Typically Texas Fried Cactus Pad Tidbits

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