
Recipe for mole poblano (mexican chicken in spicy chocolate sauce)
Mole Poblano is an authentic Mexican dish that combines a rich and spicy chocolate sauce with tender pulled chicken. This recipe traces its roots back to the original Mayan culture, which is reflected in the name “mole.” Mole Poblano is known for its complex flavor, achieved by blending an array of spices, dried chilies, roasted vegetables, and dark chocolate. This dish is perfect for special occasions and will impress your guests with its deep and unique taste. Follow this recipe to create an authentic Mexican culinary experience in your own kitchen.

Mole Poblano (Mexican Chicken in Spicy Chocolate Sauce)
Ingredients
- 30 gram Almonds blanched
- 50 gram Sesame Seeds
- 50 gram Pumpkin Seeds
- 600 gram Broth chicken
- 50 gram Masa Harina corn tortilla flour
- 5 pcs. Chili soaked and dried mulato chilies
- 5 pcs. Chili soaked and dried pasilla chilies
- 3 pcs. Tomato roasted
- 1 pcs. Onion roasted
- 2 cloves Garlic roasted
- 10 gram Cilantro
- 10 gram fennel
- 4 pcs. Whole cloves
- 8 pcs. Peppercorns black
- 3 cm Cinnamon Stick
- Herbs Thyme and oregano can also be used
- 50 gram Raisins or banana
- 50 gram Dark chocolate
Garnish
- Celery Leaf diced
- Pomegranate Seeds
- Parsley
Instructions
- Cook the chicken for 1 hour, remove skin and bones, and shred the chicken with a fork.
- Roast almonds, sesame seeds, and pumpkin seeds.
- Bring 300 ml of broth to a boil with Masa Harina and add the soaked, coarsely chopped chilies.
- Add roasted tomatoes, onions, and garlic, and let it simmer for 20 minutes before blending with the remaining broth.
- Roast fennel, cloves, and peppercorns in a small pan and grind them with cinnamon.
- Add the spice mixture along with raisins and chocolate and let it simmer for 30 minutes.
- Add the chicken pieces to the sauce and heat everything for 3-4 minutes.
- Serve with red rice, baked squash, and pinto beans.
- Garnish with roasted sesame seeds and fresh herbs like diced celery, pomegranate, and parsley.
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