Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMayahuelVegan Mole Poplano Recipe

Vegan Mole Poplano Recipe

Inspired by Mayahuel
Time40m
Serves4

The signature dish of México vegan style with plantains and all the mole ingredients.

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Ingredients

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Mole Sauce Ingredients

Method

Mole Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chiles

    Remove stems and seeds from the dried chiles. Soak them in hot water for about 15 minutes until softened.

  2. 2

    Blend the Mole Sauce

    In a blender, combine the soaked chiles, tomatoes, garlic, onion, vegetable broth, cinnamon stick, cumin, oregano, sesame seeds, peanut butter, and salt. Blend until smooth.

  3. 3

    Cook the Mole Sauce

    Pour the blended mole sauce into a saucepan and simmer over medium heat for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

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