Poblanos with Mole Sauce
A classic Mexican dish featuring roasted poblano peppers smothered in a rich mole sauce. This recipe is a staple of Mexican cuisine, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- ●4 poblano peppersany color
- ●2 tbsp molestore-bought or homemade
- ●1 tsp zestymole spice blend
- ●1 tsp sugarbalances the heat
- ●to taste saltenhances flavors
Instructions
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1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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2. Roast the poblano peppers on a baking sheet for 20-25 minutes, or until the skin is blistered and charred.
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3. Remove the peppers from the oven and let them cool in a bowl covered with plastic wrap.
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4. Once cool enough to handle, peel the skin off the peppers and slice them into strips.
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5. In a large skillet, heat the mole over medium heat.
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6. Add the sliced poblanos to the skillet and toss to coat with the mole sauce.
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7. Add the zesty spice blend and sugar to the skillet and toss to combine.
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8. Season with salt to taste.
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9. Serve the poblanos hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.