Nopales are generally sold fresh or Canned , less often Dried to prepare Nopalitos . They have a light, slightly tart flavor, and a crisp, Mucilaginous texture.
Nopales are commonly used in Mexican Cuisine in dishes such as ''huevos con nopales'' ( Egg s with nopal), or " Taco s de nopales". Nopales are also an important ingredient in New Mexican Cuisine .
Nopales are very rich in insoluble and especially soluble Dietary Fiber . They are also rich in Vitamin s (especially Vitamin A , Vitamin C , and Vitamin K , but also Riboflavin and Vitamin B6 ) and Mineral s (especially Calcium , Magnesium , Potassium , and Manganese , but also Iron and Copper ).
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