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Mole

Cultural Context

Mole is a traditional Mexican sauce with deep roots in indigenous and colonial history. It varies by region, with each version reflecting local ingredients and culinary practices. The most famous variant, Mole Poblano, originates from Puebla and is often served during celebrations. The dish symbolizes the fusion of cultures in Mexico, blending indigenous ingredients with European influences, particularly chocolate and spices.

MexicanMXmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 tomatoes
1/2 tablet of chocolate
mole
chicken broth
cooked chicken
1 clove of garlic
1 piece of onion
salt
oil

dried chiles

🥗Healthier: fresh chiles

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Fresh chiles can provide a different flavor profile, while cayenne is often less expensive.

nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Seeds can be a healthier option, while peanuts are often cheaper than mixed nuts.

chocolate

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate

💰Cheaper: cocoa powder

Dark chocolate has a higher cocoa content, while cocoa powder is often more affordable.

1

Heat oil in a pot to melt the chocolate.

2

Add the chocolate to the hot oil and melt it thoroughly.

3

Place the tomatoes in a blender and blend them with the skin.

4

Pour the blended tomatoes into the pot with melted chocolate.

5

Add mole to the blender, filling it halfway with chicken broth, and blend until smooth.

6

Gradually add the blended mole mixture to the pot, stirring to combine.

7

Allow the mole to simmer for about 10 minutes to develop flavor.

8

If the mole is too thick, add more chicken broth to reach desired consistency.

9

Add cooked chicken to the pot to absorb the mole flavor and simmer for 10 minutes.

10

Serve the mole with radishes and rice on the side.

Cooking Techniques

toastingsoakingblendingsimmeringseasoning

Equipment Needed

potblender

Spice Level:

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Allergens

nuts

Also Known As

Mole PoblanoMole Negro
Local Name: mole

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