Hoja Santa is a large leaf used in Mexican cuisine. Hoja santa is an ingredient often found in moles and other Mexican recipes. The unique licorice-like flavor of the leaf… [Continue Reading]
Cumin
Cumin has a distinct, fragrant scent and flavor. Used raw or toasted, you’ll often find seeds or powder in mole recipes. The color of the seeds range from a pale… [Continue Reading]
Rick Bayless’ Classic Red Mole
Chef Rick Bayless is best known for his Mexican cooking. He is especially known for his take on Red Mole. As a television personality, he hosts “Mexico— One Plate at… [Continue Reading]
Frida Kahlo’s Mole Poblano Recipe
Frida Kahlo’s mole recipe is almost as famous as her paintings. Frida is one of Mexico’s most well-known artists. She even appears on Mexico’s most valuable money – the 500… [Continue Reading]
Mole Negro
Mole Negro is a traditional sauce from Oaxaca, Mexico. Black mole is one of the most noteworthy moles. Reserved for special occasions, this recipe uses an abundance of ingredients and time-consuming… [Continue Reading]
Mole Verde
Mole Verde is one of the tastiest moles and one of the easiest mole recipes to make. Green mole is a healthy sauce with a bright, fresh flavor. This is a… [Continue Reading]
Mole Rojo
Mole rojo, aka red mole, is one of Oaxaca’s delicious, rich sauces known as the seven moles. There is also a red mole from Puebla. This authentic sauce consists of… [Continue Reading]
Mole Poblano
Mole Poblano is a sauce from Puebla, Mexico. Not all moles are from Puebla, but this one is. Hence the name. There are those who believe mole was originally made… [Continue Reading]