Rustic Cactus, Shrimp & Fish Soup

I have another treat for you today from my suegra's kitchen...Caldo Rustico de Mariscos made with fresh cut nopales (cactus), fish and shrimp.

A few simple ingredients.  Easy to prepare.  And oh-so-delicious!

The cactus is what really gives this soup it's flavor.  


Caldo Rustico de Mariscos con Nopales
(Rustic Cactus Shrimp & Fish Soup)


Ingredients:
  • 1 pound fresh cut nopales, whole or sliced
  • Cilantro
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pound Tilapia fillets, cut in 2-inch pieces
  • 1/2 pound medium-sized shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 3 Roma tomatoes, sliced


Directions:
Place the nopales, a sprig of cilantro and the salt in a 4-quart stockpot.  Fill the stockpot with 8 cups of water.  Cook over medium heat until the nopales are tender to the touch. (About 15 to 20 minutes.) 


Caldo Rustico Prep 1



Add the rest of the ingredients to the stockpot.  Cover and continue to simmer over medium heat for about 15 minutes.  Season with more salt, if necessary.

Caldo Rustico Prep 2



Serve with corn tortillas and Chile de Molcajete Enjoy!!!

Caldo Rustico




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