Fried Cactus Strips

Name: Fried Cactus Strips
Ingredients: 4 to 6 large cactus pads (about 8 inches x 4 inches); 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1-1/2 teaspoon salt, divided; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 3 large eggs; 1/2 cup whole milk; 1 cup soft bread crumbs; 3/4 cup saltine crumbs; 1-1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 1-1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; Oil for frying; Picante sauce

12 ingredients

2 steps

Ingredients

4 to 6 large cactus pads (about 8 inches x 4 inches)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 large eggs
1/2 cup whole milk
1 cup soft bread crumbs
3/4 cup saltine crumbs
1-1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1-1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Oil for frying
Picante sauce

Directions

1

Remove all needles and spines from cactus pads. Slice into 1/2-in.-wide strips. Wash thoroughly; drain and pat dry. Set aside. In a shallow bowl, combine flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper. In another bowl, lightly beat eggs and milk. Combine the bread and saltine crumbs, chili powder, cayenne pepper and remaining salt; set aside. Dredge cactus strips in flour mixture, shake off excess. Dip in egg mixture, then coat with crumb mixture.
2

In a deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry strips until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Serve with picante sauce.