OAXACAN YELLOW MOLE FILLING

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Oaxaca is the place where they invented mole sauce, "that perfect specimen of Mexican cooking," according to Ana M. de Benitez in "Pre-Hispanic Cooking." This is also where the natives carve wonderful mythological creatures and eat their tamales steamed in banana leaves (unlike anywhere else in Mexico).

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     sauces and gravies

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium-size onion, minced
2 pounds tomatillos, husked and quartered (or cut in eighths if large)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons Mexican oregano
5 cloves
10 black peppercorns
6 to 8 amarillo chilies or 4 dried guajillo chilies, rinsed, tops removed and seeded
Salt to taste
4 basic tamales (see recipe)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and onion and cook, stirring often, for 2 minutes. Stir in the tomatillos, cinnamon, oregano, cloves and peppercorns. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the tomatillos are tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place the chilies in a small bowl and cover with boiling water. Soak until very soft, 10 to 20 minutes. Place the tomatillo mixture in a food processor. Pulse to partly puree. Add the chilies, one at a time, tasting after each addition until the filling is as hot as you like it. Puree until smooth. Season to taste with salt. Follow directions for basic tamales.

Danny Green
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I love this mole! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Kasongo Bweupe
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This mole was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the mole was flavorful and delicious.


Lilly Heaton
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I'm not a huge fan of mole, but this recipe was delicious! The mole was rich and flavorful, but not too heavy.


Junior Lethoko
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This is the best mole recipe I've ever tried! It's so flavorful and easy to make.


sbuda deon
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This mole is amazing! I love the complex flavors and the way it coats the chicken.


Aasha Khanal
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I love this mole! It's so flavorful and easy to make. I always serve it with chicken and rice.


Mazedul Islam
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This was my first time making mole, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the mole was delicious.


Jecari Luna
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I'm not a fan of mole, but this recipe changed my mind. The mole was delicious and not too heavy. I would definitely make this again.


Sabeeh Ullah
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This is the best mole I've ever had! It's so flavorful and rich. I can't wait to make it again.


Alice And Krista
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This mole is amazing! I love the complex flavors and the way it coats the chicken. I will definitely be making this again.


tseegii terbish
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I love the flavor of this mole! It's a bit spicy, but in a good way. I served it with chicken and rice, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Adnan Khab
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This was my first time making mole, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the mole was delicious. I served it with chicken and rice, and it was a hit with my family.


Rofiar Wunmi
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I'm not a huge fan of mole, but this recipe changed my mind. The mole was rich and flavorful, but not too heavy. I would definitely make this again.


Imran Khan momand
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This recipe is a keeper! The mole is so flavorful and easy to make. I served it with chicken and rice, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Abdul Samad Yousafzai
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I followed the recipe exactly and the mole turned out great! It was a little spicy for my taste, but I'm sure I can adjust that next time. Overall, I'm very happy with this recipe.


Kgomotso Matlalane
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This mole is amazing! I love the complex flavors and the way it coats the chicken. I will definitely be making this again.


Dominic Amato
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Absolutely delicious! The mole was rich, flavorful, and had a perfect balance of spices. The chicken was tender and juicy. I served it with rice and beans, and it was a hit with my family.