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Mole Poblano

Mole Poblano: Heartwarming Mexican Chocolate-Chile

Mole Poblano is a rich, complex Mexican sauce made with dried chiles, warm spices, nuts, seeds, and a touch of chocolate. This iconic dish delivers deep smoky flavor balanced with subtle sweetness. Traditionally served over chicken, it’s comfort food with bold personality.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 410
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 dried ancho chiles
  • 2 dried pasilla chiles
  • 2 dried guajillo chiles
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 small tomato chopped
  • ¼ cup almonds
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 1 small corn tortilla torn
  • 1 oz dark chocolate
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground cloves
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups cooked chicken pieces
  • Salt to taste

Method
 

  1. Remove stems and seeds from dried chiles and toast lightly in a dry pan.
  2. Soak chiles in hot water for 15 minutes until softened.
  3. Heat oil and sauté onion, garlic, and tomato until soft.
  4. Toast almonds, sesame seeds, and tortilla until golden.
  5. Blend softened chiles, sautéed vegetables, nuts, tortilla, spices, and broth until smooth.
  6. Pour sauce into a pot and simmer for 20–25 minutes, stirring often.
  7. Add dark chocolate and stir until melted and combined.
  8. Add cooked chicken and simmer 10 minutes to absorb flavor.
  9. Season with salt and garnish with sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust the chocolate quantity for more or less sweetness.
  • Blend the sauce thoroughly for a silky texture.
  • Sauce thickens as it cooks. Add broth if needed.
  • Tastes even better the next day, after flavors deepen.
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