Mole Mo Lay Sauce Recipe

Experience the rich, complex flavors of authentic Mexican mole sauce with this incredible recipe! Inspired by a beloved local restaurant, this Mole Mo Lay Sauce boasts a deep, savory profile that's surprisingly easy to make. We've halved the chili powder from the original recipe, making it more approachable while still delivering that signature smoky kick. Don't be alarmed by the seemingly simple start – the magic happens when you add the chocolate! This unexpected ingredient transforms the sauce into a velvety masterpiece. Serve this versatile sauce over chicken, enchiladas, burritos, or even leftover chicken verde (as inspired by canarygirl's amazing recipe!). Prepare to impress your family and friends with this restaurant-quality mole sauce you can make at home.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 53 mins

Calories 356.5 kcal

Protein 25g

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Ingredients for Mole Mo Lay Sauce

2 cups chicken broth
Olive Oil
1 medium onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
Dried Oregano
Ground Cumin
Ground Cinnamon
2 ½ tablespoons chili powder
All Purpose Flour
Dark Chocolate

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How to Make Mole Mo Lay Sauce

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Reduce heat to low.
Add 1 medium onion (chopped), 4 cloves garlic (minced), 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, and ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon.
Cover and cook until the onion is almost tender, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
Stir in 2 ½ tablespoons chili powder and 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
Gradually whisk in 2 cups chicken broth until smooth.
Increase heat to medium.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to high.
Boil until the sauce has reduced and thickened, about 35 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove from heat.
Whisk in 2 ounces of bittersweet chocolate, chopped.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

51 g

Sugar

16g

Fat

43g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Mole Mo Lay Sauce?

Mole Mo Lay Sauce takes about 68 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 53 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Mole Mo Lay Sauce?

Mole Mo Lay Sauce has approximately 356.5 calories per serving, with about 25 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 41 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Mole Mo Lay Sauce?

The key ingredients for Mole Mo Lay Sauce are Chicken Broth, Olive Oil, Onion, Garlic, Dried Oregano, Ground Cumin. See the full list with measurements above.