Mole Sauce Recipe

Discover the rich, complex flavors of authentic Mexican Mole Sauce! This recipe, adapted from mex-recipes.com, guides you through creating a decadent, deeply satisfying sauce, perfect for drizzling over chicken or your favorite protein. Learn to expertly blend chiles, spices, and chocolate for a truly unforgettable culinary experience. Whether you prefer a vibrant red or a lush green mole, this recipe offers the foundation for your culinary masterpiece.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 208.9 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mole Sauce

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How to Make Mole Sauce

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Combine the following in a large oven-safe bowl: 1 cup dried ancho chiles, ½ cup dried pasilla chiles, 1 large onion (roughly chopped), 4 cloves garlic (minced), 28 oz canned tomatoes (undrained), 1 tbsp sesame seeds, ½ cup toasted almonds (slivered), 2 corn tortillas (torn into pieces), ¼ cup raisins, 6 whole cloves, 1 cinnamon stick (about 2 inches), 1 tbsp ground coriander.
  3. Roast the mixture in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  4. Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then carefully transfer it in small batches to a high-speed blender. Puree until completely smooth, adding a little water if necessary to aid blending. This may require multiple batches.
  5. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add the puree and sauté for 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and slightly thickened.
  6. Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth and add 4 ounces of bittersweet chocolate (chopped). Reduce heat to low, and simmer gently for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce will thicken considerably during this time.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Traditional mole can be red or green, depending on the type of chiles used. Serve generously over chicken, turkey, or pork. Garnish with fresh cilantro and sesame seeds. Enjoy!
  8. Experiment with different chili varieties and spices to create your own unique mole variations!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

25g

Fat

8g

Carbs

5g