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Mole poblano served with chicken and rice

Mexican Mole Poblano

Mole poblano is one of Mexico's most iconic dishes, originating from the Puebla region. The combination of chocolate, chilies, and spices creates a rich and deep flavor that perfectly complements chicken and other traditional Mexican dishes. This authentic recipe allows you to experience Mexico's rich culinary heritage at home.

Prep Time 20 min
Preparation 30 min
Total 50 min
300 Kcal
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Ingredients for this recipe

Servings: 4
⭕ 4 Dried Ancho Chilies
⭕ 4 Dried Pasilla Chilies
⭕ 30 g Sesame Seeds
⭕ 30 g Almonds
⭕ 50 g Unsweetened Chocolate
⭕ 2 Tomatoes
⭕ 2 cloves Garlic
⭕ 1 Onion
⭕ 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
⭕ 1 tsp Ground Cumin
⭕ 500 ml Chicken Broth
⭕ 30 ml Olive Oil
⭕ 1 pinch Salt

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    Preparation Steps

    1

    Soak the dried chilies in hot water for 10 minutes. Then, cut them open, remove the seeds and discard.

    2

    Toast the sesame seeds and almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown.

    3

    Finely chop the onion and garlic. Sauté them in olive oil in a large saucepan until softened.

    4

    Add the tomatoes, spices, soaked chilies, and toasted seeds to the saucepan. Stir to combine, then transfer to a blender and blend until smooth.

    5

    Return the sauce to the saucepan, add the chocolate and chicken broth. Simmer over low heat for 20-30 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.

    6

    Serve with cooked chicken, rice, or tortillas.