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Dona Maria Mole Recipe

Dona Maria Mole Recipe

Mole sauce is a rich, flavorful sauce that has become a staple in Mexican cuisine. It is a versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes, from enchiladas to tamales.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 246 kcal

Ingredients
  

For The Chicken

  • 1 whole chicken (cut into 8 pieces)
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • ¼ white onion
  • 1 Celery stick
  • 2 Parsley or Cilantro sprigs
  • 8 cups water
  • Salt (to taste)

For The Mole Sauce

  • 5 oz tomatoes
  • 1 white onion (cut into thick slices)
  • 1 small garlic clove
  • 4-5 Cups chicken broth
  • 1 corn tortilla (toasted)
  • 1 jar 8.25 oz DOÑA MARÍA® Mole
  • ½ tablet Mexican Chocolate
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Salt (to taste)
  • ¼ teaspoon anise seed (ground)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (to garnish)

Instructions
 

Instructions for Cooking Chicken:

  • Place the chicken pieces in a stockpot along with garlic, onion, celery stick (cut into 2-3 pieces), and parsley (or cilantro). Cover the ingredients with water.
  • Set the pot over medium-high heat and bring it to a boil. Once it starts boiling, reduce the heat to simmer and let it cook for 35-45 minutes or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked. 
  • Season with salt and set aside. The chicken broth created from this process is used to dilute the Mole paste.

Instructions for Preparing Doña Maria Mole Sauce:

  • While the chicken is cooking, place the tomato, onion, and garlic in a saucepan. 
  • Cover the ingredients with water and place it over medium-high heat. 
  • Once it comes to a rolling boil, reduce the heat and let it cook for 8 minutes or until the tomatoes are cooked.
  • Drain the water and place the cooked tomatoes, onion, garlic, and toasted tortilla in a blender. Process the mixture until it turns into a fine sauce, and then set it aside.
  • Place a large frying pan over low heat and add the jar of Doña Maria Mole sauce along with a cup of chicken broth to start diluting the paste.
  • Add another cup of chicken broth along with the tomato sauce, chocolate, ground cinnamon, and ground anise seed. 
  • Stir the ingredients well until the Mole paste is completely dissolved. Add more broth as needed since the paste will thicken as it continues to cook.
  • Adjust the thickness of the sauce to your preference by regulating the amount of chicken broth added. Traditional Mole sauce has the consistency of a thick gravy.
  • Add the cooked chicken pieces to the sauce, season with salt, and let it simmer slowly for about 5 more minutes.

Notes

  • se a high-quality, whole chicken to ensure a rich and flavorful broth.
  • Toasting the tortilla beforehand gives the sauce a nutty flavor and helps thicken the sauce.
  • Make sure to blend the tomato, onion, garlic, and tortilla until you achieve a fine sauce to ensure a smooth consistency.
  • To prevent lumps, start by diluting the mole paste with a small amount of chicken broth before adding the rest of the ingredients.
  • Adjust the thickness of the sauce by adding more or less chicken broth, depending on your preference.
  • Add the cooked chicken pieces to the sauce at the end to ensure the chicken stays moist and flavorful.
  • Garnish the finished dish with toasted sesame seeds for a delicious and visually appealing touch.
  • By following these tips, you can make a delicious and authentic Dona Maria Mole Sauce that your friends and family will love.

Nutrition

Calories: 246kcal
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