MOLE DE OLLA

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable.

pork

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: seitan

Tofu is a plant-based alternative that reduces fat.

corn

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: rice

Quinoa is a nutritious substitute for corn.

chile guajillo

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: chile powder

Paprika offers a milder flavor with similar color.

Cut the beef and pork into chunks.

Heat a large pot over medium heat.

Add the meat and sear until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Pour in enough water to cover the meat and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer for 1-1.5 hours until tender.

Add chopped onion, garlic, and tomatoes to the pot.

Stir in corn, zucchini, carrots, and potatoes.

Season with salt and cook for an additional 30 minutes.

Add green beans and cook until tender, about 10 minutes.

In a separate pan, toast the dried chiles until fragrant, then soak in hot water.

Blend the soaked chiles with some broth until smooth.

Stir the blended chile mixture into the pot and simmer for 10 minutes.

Finish with fresh cilantro and epazote before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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