Mole Sauce
Earthy, rich, a bit sweet and a bit bitter this sauce packs a spice punch and comes together in just 20 minutes. Serve with some simple roast chicken thighs, as pictured below with a drizzle of creama, queso fresco, and cilantro. Or, make enchiladas, swapping the sauce here.
Servings 8
Calories 62kcal
Ingredients
- 15 oz salsa
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup chicken broth more as needed to thin sauce to desired consistency
- 4 tablespoons chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter sugar free
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate such as Lily’s chips
Instructions
- Combine the salsa, tomato paste, chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, and garlic in a blender and puree until smooth. Pour into a small pot and add the peanut butter and chocolate. Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently until smooth. Set aside.
Notes
Makes about 2 cups, serving size: 1/4 cup.
Nutrition
Calories: 62kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 621mg | Potassium: 350mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1831IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 1mg