The brand edible prickly pear "Taiyo no Ha" will be on sale from the cactus-cultivated "Kasugai Cactus Lab & Shop Discerning Shop". It will be available at the official online shop.
The selling price is 918 yen (tax included, shipping not included) for a trial 500g (17.64oz). An edible prickly pear cactus cultivated outdoors in an environment close to nature, it is a delicious dish whether raw or stir-fried. Generally, cacti have an image of ornamental use, but in Mexico, cactus is one of the vegetables that are often eaten on a daily basis.
Edible prickly pear cactus has a sticky texture and is characterized by a refreshing acidity. It can be sliced thinly into raw salads and smoothies, or fried with other ingredients, and contains dietary fiber, calcium, vitamins, minerals and other nutrients from both green and yellow vegetables and fruits.
The season of sun leaves is from April to November. The size and hardness vary slightly depending on the time of harvest, and you can enjoy the taste of each time. The official online shop also offers homemade cactus puree, carbonated water, and throat lozenges.