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Mole Verde

Cultural Context

Mole Verde originates from the Puebla region of Mexico, where it is traditionally served during special occasions and celebrations. This vibrant green sauce is a celebration of fresh ingredients, particularly tomatillos and herbs, creating a bright and zesty flavor profile. Today, Mole Verde is enjoyed across Mexico and has garnered international attention, inspiring variations that incorporate local ingredients.

MexicanMXmain
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 pound tomatillos
3 small poblano peppers
1/4 onion
1 clove garlic
1/2 bunch parsley
1/2 bunch cilantro
radish greens
2 cups pumpkin seeds
1 cup sesame seeds
5-6 cups chicken broth
salt
black pepper
chicken

pumpkin seeds

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Sunflower seeds provide a similar crunch and flavor profile.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt offers creaminess with fewer calories.

1

Clean the chicken and add it to a pot with 1/4 onion, salt, and pepper to boil.

2

Wash the tomatillos, poblano peppers, parsley, cilantro, and radish greens.

3

Peel the tomatillos and remove the stems, then rinse them well.

4

Toast 2 cups of pumpkin seeds in a pan over high heat, stirring constantly until aromatic and golden.

5

Toast 1 cup of sesame seeds in a covered pan, shaking occasionally to prevent burning.

6

Remove the seeds from the heat and set aside.

7

Chop the poblano peppers, parsley, cilantro, and radish greens and add them to the blender with the toasted seeds.

8

Add about 5-6 cups of chicken broth to the blender and blend until smooth.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Also Known As

Green MoleMole Verde de Puebla
Local Name: Mole Verde

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