Mole Poblano Vegetariano

Mole Poblano Vegetariano is a rich and complex Mexican sauce made with a variety of ingredients, perfect for draping over roasted vegetables or served with rice. This vegetarian version captures the traditional flavors of mole while being entirely plant-based and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Dried ancho chiles - 2
• Dried guajillo chiles - 2
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Tomato - 1 medium, chopped
• Onion - 1 small, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Almonds - 30 grams, toasted
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, toasted
• Cinnamon stick - 1 small
• Cumin ground - 1 teaspoon
• Oregano dried - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Dark chocolate (70% cocoa) - 20 grams, chopped
• Roasted sweet potatoes - 200 grams, cubed

Steps

1. Remove the stems and seeds from the dried ancho and guajillo chiles. Toast them lightly in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Be cautious not to burn them.
2. In a pot, combine the toasted chiles and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
3. In the same skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until soft and golden, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the chopped tomatoes, toasted almonds, sesame seeds, cinnamon stick, cumin, oregano, and black pepper to the skillet. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Transfer the cooled chiles and broth to a blender along with the sautéed mixture from the skillet. Blend until smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add more broth or water as needed.
6. Pour the blended mole back into the skillet, add the dark chocolate, and simmer on low heat for 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Adjust salt to taste.
7. Meanwhile, roast the cubed sweet potatoes in the oven at 200°C for about 25 minutes or until tender and slightly caramelized.
8. To serve, place roasted sweet potatoes on a plate and generously ladle the mole sauce over them.

Nutrition

• Calories: 410
• Protein: 9 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from the dark chocolate and tomatoes.
• High in fiber due to sweet potatoes and chiles, which aids digestion.

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