Mole sauce is a traditional Mexican delicacy, known for its rich, complex flavor profile and deep, dark color. Made with a unique blend of dried chiles, spices, nuts, seeds, and chocolate, mole is a sauce that adds depth and warmth to any dish. But this recipe takes mole to the next level by incorporating WellVine™ powder, a 100% real-food prebiotic, enhancing both the flavor and nutritional value of this beloved sauce.
Why Mole Sauce?
Mole sauce is a staple in Mexican cuisine, celebrated for its ability to transform simple ingredients into a dish full of layered flavors. The combination of dried chiles, spices, and dark chocolate creates a sauce that's sweet, spicy, and savory all at once. By adding WellVine™ powder to the mix, you're not only preserving the authenticity of this classic sauce but also adding a nutritional boost that supports gut health and overall wellness.
The Ingredients:
- Olive Oil: Used to sauté the onions and other aromatics, forming the flavorful base of the sauce.
- Onions & Garlic: Provide a rich, savory depth to the sauce.
- Pumpkin Seeds, Sliced Almonds: Add a nutty flavor and a bit of texture.
- Cumin, Coriander, Anise Seeds, Whole Cloves: The essential spices that give mole its complex flavor profile.
- Dried Pasilla, Ancho, Chipotle Chiles: The heart of mole sauce, offering heat, smokiness, and a touch of sweetness.
- Cinnamon Stick, Bay Leaves: Infuse the sauce with warmth and a subtle earthiness.
- Raisins: Add a hint of sweetness to balance the spice.
- Dried Marjoram, Thyme, Oregano: Classic herbs that contribute to the depth of flavor.
- Tomato Paste: Adds a rich, tangy base to the sauce.
- Dark Mexican Chocolate: A key ingredient, providing the signature rich, bittersweet flavor of mole.
- WellVine™ Powder: The secret ingredient, offering a dose of prebiotics and polyphenols to boost the sauce's nutritional value.
- Fresh Chopped Cilantro: A fresh, vibrant garnish that adds color and brightness.
How to Make It:
Creating mole sauce is a labor of love, but the results are well worth the effort. Start by sautéing onions in olive oil until they are golden and beginning to caramelize. Add the pumpkin seeds, almonds, garlic, and spices, and sauté until fragrant. Stir in the dried chiles, followed by the cinnamon stick, bay leaves, raisins, and herbs, bringing the mixture to a low boil. After simmering until the chiles are soft, stir in the tomato paste, then remove from heat and add the chocolate and WellVine™ powder. Allow the sauce to cool before blending it to a smooth consistency.
Recipe
Serves:10 servings
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 medium onions - chopped
- 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds - or pepitas, or sesame seeds
- 1/3 cup sliced almonds
- 8 cloves garlic - sliced
- 4 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 4 teaspoon coriander seeds
- 1 teaspoon whole anise seeds
- 4 whole cloves
- 5 ounces dried pasilla chiles - stem removed, seeded (optional), torn into 1-inch pieces, rinsed
- 1 ounce dried ancho chiles - stem removed, seeded (optional), torn into 1-inch pieces, rinsed
- 1 ounce dried chipotle chiles - stem removed, seeded (optional), torn into 1-inch pieces, rinsed
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 bay leaves
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoon tomato paste
- 3.1 ounces dark Mexican chocolate (or just dark chocolate) – chopped
- 30gr well vine powder
- Fresh chopped cilantro - for serving
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onions and sauté until golden brown and just starting to caramelize, approximately 12 minutes, stirring frequently. Reduce medium heat. Add the pumpkin seeds, sliced almonds, garlic, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, whole anise seeds, and whole cloves to the saucepan.
Sauté for 1-2 minutes, until garlic becomes fragrant, stirring continuously.
Add the dried chiles to the pot and stir to combine. Sauté for approximately 2-3 minutes or until chiles start to soften. Add the cinnamon stick, bay leaves, raisins, marjoram, thyme, and oregano to the saucepan and mix well. Bring to a low boil, cover, and reduce to a simmer.
Cook until chiles are very soft, approximately 30-35 minutes.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat. Add the chocolate and well vine powder. Allow sauce to cool for 10 minutes and the chocolate to melt.
Working in batches, transfer sauce mixture to the bowl of a blender and puree until smooth. Avoid overfilling.
Repeat until all sauce is processed. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
The WellVine™ Advantage
Adding WellVine™ powder to your mole sauce not only enhances its flavor but also adds significant nutritional benefits. WellVine™ is a 100% real-food prebiotic derived from Chardonnay marc, rich in polyphenols and prebiotics that support a healthy gut microbiome. By incorporating WellVine™ into your mole, you're creating a sauce that's as good for your health as it is for your taste buds.
Serving Suggestions
Mole sauce is incredibly versatile—serve it over chicken, pork, or beef, or use it as a rich, flavorful topping for enchiladas. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro for a burst of color and freshness. This mole sauce is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen, whether you're cooking for a special occasion or simply enjoying a flavorful meal at home.
