Mole Poblano

Mexico1600sChili/Chocolate/Spices
OriginMexico
Year1600s
Key IngredientsChili/Chocolate/Spices

About Mole Poblano

Legend says a nun invented it to impress a visiting bishop. Contains 20-30 ingredients including chocolate, chilies, and spices. Takes days to prepare properly. Puebla and Oaxaca both claim the best mole. The chocolate adds depth, not sweetness. A sauce so complex it defines Mexican cuisine.

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