If you are asking yourself that question, you are in the same boat I was not too long ago. First of all, it is pronounced with a Spanish pronunciation: moe-lay. Let's just get that straight so you don't embarrass yourself.
Mole is a sauce that can be served several ways but the most common thing I've seen is it being poured over chicken and rice. It is a spicy sauce with a flavor that is enhanced by a bit of chocolate. I realize this sounds odd and have to admit that I used to shy away from it. But once I gave it a shot, I found it to be quite flavorful and good. See for yourself....
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
- 4 servings rice, cooked
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1/3 cup white onion, very finely chopped
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (grated dark chocolate can also be substituted and would probably be better!)
- 1.5 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp dried cilantro (or 1 and a half tbsp fresh chopped cilantro)
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 can condensed tomato soup
- 1 (4 oz) can diced green chile peppers
Directions
- Heat oil in a sauce pan over medium heat
- Saute chopped onions until tender
- To onions, add chocolate, spices, garlic, soup, cilantro and green chile peppers
- Bring to boil and then reduce heat, cover and simmer for 10 minutes
- Serve over chicken and rice
