Ancho chile pepper
Ancho is the dried version of ripe poblano chile peppers. The peppers are dried for preservation purposes, and when ground, they can be used in spice rubs, moles, soups, salsas, and enchilada sauces. In their dried form, the heart-shaped ancho chiles have a wrinkled skin and a deep red color, their flavor is smoky, sweet, and reminiscent of plums and raisins, while the heat level ranges from mild to medium.
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Mole Poblano
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Mole coloradito
Mole coloradito is a traditional sauce originating from Oaxaca as one of the seven moles of Oaxaca. This mole is usually made with ingredients such as onions, celery, ... Read more
Mole de Queretaro
This mole from Queretaro is traditionally made with pasilla and ancho chili peppers as key ingredients. Although there are a few versions, apart from chili peppers, it ... Read more
Mole chichilo
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