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Mexican Chicken Wings With Chocolate Bacon Mole Sauce

Cultural Context

Originating from the rich culinary traditions of Mexico, mole is a complex sauce often made with chocolate and spices, traditionally served with meats. The combination of chocolate and savory ingredients reflects the country's unique approach to flavor. Today, variations like chocolate bacon mole sauce have gained popularity, showcasing the versatility of mole in modern cuisine.

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60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 lbs chicken wings
6 oz bacon
4 oz dark chocolate
1 cup tomato, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 jalapenos, sliced

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

dark chocolate

🥗Healthier: cacao nibs

💰Cheaper: milk chocolate

Cacao nibs add a rich flavor with less sugar.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: pork belly

Turkey bacon is lower in fat.

chicken wings

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: drumsticks

Thighs are juicier and often less expensive.

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter offers a nutty flavor with less sugar.

1

Deep fry chicken wings until golden and crispy.

2

Cook bacon until crispy and crumble it.

3

In a pot, cook onion and garlic until translucent.

4

Add tomato, cumin, cinnamon, jalapenos, and chili powder; cook for a few minutes.

5

Combine all ingredients to make the mole sauce.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

baking sheetskilletmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

peanutsnutssoy

Also Known As

Mole Chicken WingsChocolate Mole Wings
Local Name: Alitas de pollo con salsa de mole de chocolate y tocino

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