Recipe of Chicken Mole
Indulge in the rich and complex flavors of Mexican cuisine with this Chicken Mole recipe. The velvety mole sauce, made with a blend of chili peppers, chocolate, and spices, perfectly complements tender chicken pieces. A delightful dish that captures the essence of traditional Mexican cooking.
Recipe Summary
Preparation
60 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Intermediate
Category
Chicken
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken, cut into pieces
- 3 dried ancho chilies
- 2 dried guajillo chilies
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 3 tablespoons sesame seeds
- 3 tablespoons almonds
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 2 tablets Mexican chocolate
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 cups chicken broth
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Instructions:
- Toast chilies, sesame seeds, and almonds in a dry pan until fragrant.
- Blend toasted ingredients with raisins, garlic, onion, tomatoes, chocolate, cinnamon, cumin, and salt until smooth.
- Heat oil in a pot, add the blended mixture, and cook for 10 minutes.
- Add chicken pieces and brown on all sides.
- Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil, then simmer until the chicken is cooked and the sauce thickens.
- Serve the Chicken Mole over rice and enjoy the authentic taste of Mexico!
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Tips for this recipe
Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Chicken Mole and get the best results.
- Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
- Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
- Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning
Variations of this recipe
Try these delicious variations of Chicken Mole to give a different touch to your preparation.
- Vegetarian version: substitute meat with plant proteins like tofu or legumes
- Spicy version: add chili peppers or spicy spices to taste
- Healthy version: reduce oil and increase vegetables
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe has a Intermediate difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 60 minutes and the cooking time is minutes.
This recipe is designed for 4 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
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