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Quick & Easy Pork Mole In The Instant Pot!

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Pork Mole

Cultural Context

Mole is a traditional Mexican sauce with deep roots in indigenous and colonial history. Originating from the state of Puebla, Pork Mole is often served during special occasions and celebrations, symbolizing the fusion of cultures through its complex flavors and ingredients. Today, mole has gained popularity worldwide, with many regional variations, each boasting unique spices and techniques.

MexicanMXmain
180 min
hard
6 servings
Servings4
3 lb Pork Shoulder (bite sized pieces)
1 Onion, chopped
5 Garlic Cloves, minced
1 tbsp Cumin, ground
1 tbsp Cinnamon, ground
1 tsp Pepper
1 tsp Salt
4 tbsp Coconut Oil, divided
32 oz Chicken Broth, divided
16,5 oz Mole Sauce
4,5 oz Abuelita Chocolate, optional

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Turkey is leaner, while pork loin is less expensive.

dark chocolate

🥗Healthier: cacao nibs

💰Cheaper: milk chocolate

Cacao nibs provide a richer flavor without added sugar.

1

Combine Pork, Cumin, Cinnamon, Pepper and Salt, mix well.

2

Set Instant Pot to high Saute, heat 2 tbsp of Oil.

3

Brown Pork Pieces in batches, adding more Oil when needed, set Meat aside.

4

Saute Onions a couple Minutes, add Garlic.

5

Saute and scrape browned bits of bottom.

6

Return Pork and add 16 oz of Chicken Broth, stir & secure Lid.

7

Set Instant Pot to 45 Minutes High Pressure Cook.

8

Open after 15 Minutes natural release.

9

Set Instant Pot to low Saute.

10

Add Mole Sauce, stir and simmer.

11

(Optional, if you like it sweeter add Chocolate.)

12

Integrate rest of Chicken Broth, warm through and serve.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

Instant Pot

Spice Level:

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Allergens

nuts

Also Known As

Mole PoblanoMole Verde
Local Name: mole de cerdo

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