In some cuisines, prickly pear is incorporated into savory dishes. In Mexican cooking, for instance, it is paired with ingredients like cilantro, onion, and avocado to create salsas or salads.

Tulsa artist Rogelio Esparza will showcase his latest multidisciplinary art project "Los Nopales Del Norte" at Elevate East, 1801 S. Garnett Road.

Prickly pear is the fruit of the Prickly Pear cactus, and has long been used in Mexico and Mexican cooking for jams and ...

Prickly pear emerges as the leading magnesium-rich fruit, containing 127 milligrams per 1-cup serving, which accounts for 30% of the Daily Value. This Mexican native fruit also provides 23% of the ...

Despite its nutritional offerings, consumption of Guizhou cactus pear — which is distinct from the invasive Mexican prickly pear of the genus Opuntia — is limited by its bitter taste.

Tempe has a new and very visible art project. The sculptures are atop two new bridges over Interstate 10 at the Broadway Curve. Here's what they are.

The cactus pads can also be eaten and are commonly called nopales in Mexican cuisine. Matthew Salenger said the connection between the bridges and prickly pear runs deeper. In a video posted to ...