Teresa's Recipes
Authentic Mole Sauce Marinade
Experience the heart of Mexican cuisine with this Authentic Mole Sauce Marinade. Its rich, complex flavors derived from a blend of dark chocolate, peanut butter, and a mix of traditional spices make it an irresistible marinade for meats or a delectable sauce for enchiladas. This mole sauce's roots trace back to the colorful culinary traditions of Puebla and Oaxaca, Mexico, and now, it's your turn to create this luscious delight right in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- to taste Salt
- 50g Dark chocolate
- 2 tablespoons Peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 4 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 large, chopped Onion
- 4 large, diced Tomatoes
- 2 cups Chicken broth
- 2, deseeded Dried ancho chiles
- 3, deseeded Dried guajillo chiles
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 10
- Dish Type: Sauce/Marinade
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 18g
- Protein: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Sugar: 8g
Instructions
- In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the deseeded ancho and guajillo chiles until they become fragrant, which should take about 2 minutes per side.
- Place the toasted chiles in a bowl and cover with boiling water. Allow them to soften for about 30 minutes.
- In the meantime, in a large pot, combine the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, chopped onion, minced garlic, cinnamon, and cumin. Allow this concoction to come to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
- Drain the chiles and add them to the simmering pot. Continue to simmer for another 15 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to a blender, add the peanut butter and dark chocolate, then blend until smooth.
- Pour the sauce back into the pot and let it simmer for another 15 minutes. Season with salt to taste.
- Your Authentic Mole Sauce Marinade is now ready to use. It pairs perfectly with grilled meats or can be used as a savory sauce for enchiladas.
Tips
- For a vegan-friendly version, swap out the chicken broth for vegetable broth. If you prefer a smokier flavor, try adding a chipotle pepper to the mix.