Jun 09 2026
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Es Mole Recipe

Inspired by El Sur Mexican Restaurant
Time1h 10m
Serves6

Make Es Mole Recipe in just 1h 10m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chiles

    Remove the stems and seeds from the dried Ancho, Pasilla, and Guajillo chiles. Rinse them under cold water.

  2. 2

    Soak the Chiles

    Place the cleaned chiles in a bowl and cover them with hot water. Let them soak for about 20 minutes until softened.

  3. 3

    Roast the Other Ingredients

    In a skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Sauté the onion, garlic, and tomatoes until they soften and start to caramelize, about 5-7 minutes.

  4. 4

    Blend the Ingredients

    In a blender, combine the soaked chiles, sautéed onion, garlic, and tomatoes. Add the cinnamon stick, cumin seeds, sesame seeds, sugar, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.

Cooking

  1. 5

    Cook the Mole

    In a large pot, heat a bit more olive oil over medium heat. Pour in the blended mixture and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  2. 6

    Add Chicken Broth

    Gradually add the chicken broth to the pot, stirring to combine, and let the mole simmer for 30 minutes. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

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