Rancho-Style Stuffed Cactus Paddles Wrapped in Bacon

Steps

1. 1
   Clean the cactus paddles and cook them in a skillet with salt until they are tender on both sides.
2. 2
   Slice the tomatoes and onions into thin rounds, and cut the jalapeños into thin strips, removing the seeds and veins.
3. 3
   Arrange three strips of bacon vertically at the base of a cooked cactus paddle, with one strip placed horizontally across.
4. 4
   Place a cactus paddle on top, then layer ham slices, cheese, tomato slices, onion slices, and jalapeño strips.
5. 5
   Top with another cactus paddle and use toothpicks to secure the bundle.
6. 6
   Pan-fry the stuffed cactus paddles until golden brown on all sides and the bacon is fully crispy.
7. 7
   Remove the toothpicks before serving and enjoy with rice, or serve on its own.