What You Need to Know
Mole paste is a complex mixture of spices, chilies, nuts, seeds, and chocolate, which undergoes a process of roasting, grinding, and blending. The roasting process can occur at temperatures between 150-200°C (302-392°F) for 30 minutes to 1 hour, while grinding occurs at ambient temperature.
Steps
- 1.
Mole Poblano (Puebla): Base sauce for turkey/chicken
- 2.
Enmoladas (Oaxaca): Tortillas dipped in mole
- 3.
Tamales de Mole (Central Mexico): Mole-infused masa filling
The Science
Primary Reaction
Maillard reaction