Definition of "nopales" []

• The leaves of a prickly pear cactus, as used in Mexican cooking. (noun)

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• "I suspect that the whitewash route, using nopales, is less common down here due to the lack of nopales."
• "Growing nopales is a huge industry -- both cottage and otherwise -- here in Mexico, and nopales are a staple vegetable in the food supply."
• "Drain nopales and add remaining three ingredients."