Mole Sauce Chocolate Based Recipe

Indulge in the rich, complex flavors of authentic Mexican Mole Sauce! This decadent chocolate-based sauce is bursting with spices and is incredibly versatile. Perfect for drizzling over enchiladas, chicken, burritos, or anything that craves a deep, savory-sweet experience. This recipe is easily adaptable for vegetarians. Make a double batch – it freezes beautifully for future culinary adventures!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 413.4 kcal
Protein 28g
Rating 3.9 (7 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mole Sauce Chocolate Based

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How to Make Mole Sauce Chocolate Based

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Reduce heat to low.
  3. Add 1 medium chopped onion, 4 cloves minced garlic, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, and ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  4. Cover and cook until the onion is almost tender, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
  5. Stir in 2 tablespoons chili powder and 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  6. Gradually whisk in 2 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian version).
  7. Increase heat to medium.
  8. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
  9. Simmer, uncovered, until the sauce has reduced and thickened, about 35 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  10. Remove from heat and let cool slightly (about 10 minutes).
  11. Carefully transfer the sauce, ½ cup raisins, and ½ cup slivered almonds to a blender. Blend until completely smooth.
  12. Return the blended sauce to the saucepan.
  13. Heat over medium heat until hot.
  14. Whisk in 4 ounces (113g) of good quality dark chocolate, chopped.
  15. Reduce heat to low, whisk continuously, and simmer for about 3 minutes until the chocolate is melted and the sauce is well blended and smooth.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

54 g

Sugar

33g

Fat

45g

Carbs

10g