How to make nopales green?

The nopal is the favorite side dish to accompany tacos, tlacoyos, and other snacks, as Mexicans inherited the habit of consuming this plant from our ancestors, who started consuming it over 20,000 years ago, according to the federal government. As if that weren't enough, it is also rich in vitamin A, B complex, calcium, iron, and fiber, so it is no surprise that we even use it for smoothies. The nopales are one of the most accessible, nutritious, and productive foods we can find in markets and tianguis, so they cannot be missing from Mexican tables. So if you are a fan of Mexican cuisine, you surely love nopales a la mexicana, nopales navegantes, nopales en escabeche, nopales con queso, and more recipes, but you have probably wondered how to cook them correctly so they remain very green and without slime. So if you want to master the art of preparing nopales, because you are tired of the same old grilled nopales, don’t worry, because at Kiwilimón we have the best cooking tips of all time, they will make your life easier! You can also read: Benefits of nopal slime for health and skin How to make nopales greenThe nopales are delicious, nutritious, and very healthy in all their forms, however, some people feel that they are not as appetizing if their color looks very dull and they prefer them a bright green. The good news is that at Kiwilimón we know how to make nopales green, so take note, it’s very easy!The first thing you need to do is choose the tenderest nopales you can find. Now wash the nopales and use a knife to remove the spines. Cut the nopales into small cubes and set aside. Pour enough water into a pot and then add a little baking soda. Add the nopales to the pot and cook over medium heat.Thanks to the baking soda, the nopales will not have slime and will also be a very vibrant and eye-catching color. You can also read: Nopal mask to hydrate the faceHow to remove slime from nopalesAdditionally, if you don't care much about the color of the nopales, but you don't like them to have too much slime, don't worry, because we give you two tips to easily eliminate it. How to deslime nopalesIf you don’t have much time to cook, this is the right method for you, as you don’t need to grill or boil them.Clean the nopales with a knife and rinse. Cut into cubes and set aside. Place the nopales in a bowl. Add two tablespoons of coarse salt. Mix and let sit for 30 minutes. Remember to mix every 10 minutes. Drain and rinse the nopales with potable water.Done! Now you can prepare a good nopales salad with onion, cilantro, fresh cheese, and more. You can also prepare other types of dishes, just be moderate with the use of salt. How to remove slime from nopalesClean the nopales with a knife and rinse. Cut into cubes and set aside. Pour a little water into a pot and heat it. Add a little baking soda and add the nopales. Cook the nopales until they are tender and drain.At the end of the cooking process, you will notice that the nopales practically have no slime, this method is perfect for stews! Cooking them with green tomato skinsClean the nopales with a knife and rinse. Cut into cubes and set aside. Pour a little water into a pot and heat it. Add the nopales and season with salt. Place clean green tomato skins over the nopales. Cook until the nopales are tender.Now you have all the tricks and tips you need to cook nopales so they remain very green and without slime. The next step is to use them to cook the best nopal recipes that only Kiwilimón has for you, after all, we are the kings of the kitchen!