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Roasted Mole and Queso Fresco
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Roasted Mole and Queso Fresco

★★★★★ 4.8 (168 ratings)

A Roasted Mole, the kind of plate you make on a quiet evening, and served and Queso Fresco.

Prep
28 min
Cook
42 min
Servings
2
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb mole
  • 2 tbsp white onion
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro
  • 3 cloves lime
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 cup corn tortillas
  • 1 tbsp kosher salt
  • to taste fresh herbs, to finish
Method

Step by step

  1. Season the mole generously and let it sit while you prep the aromatics.
  2. Build the base: cook the onion, garlic and spices until soft and fragrant.
  3. Add the mole and cook it through, letting it take on color and soak up the seasoning.
  4. Rest briefly, adjust the salt and acid, and finish with fresh herbs before serving.
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