Best Easy Enchiladas de Mole Negro Recipe

Tortillas rolled around chicken and drenched in Oaxaca's legendary black mole sauce. These protein-rich, family celebration enchiladas showcase the most complex sauce in Mexican cuisine.

Cook 90 min Difficulty HARD 390 kcal
#high protein #mediterranean #diabetic friendly
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • Corn tortillas 12 pieces
  • Cooked chicken breast, shredded 3 cups
  • Yellow onion 1 pieces
  • Banana 0.5 pieces
  • Raisins 0.25 cup
  • Raw almonds 0.33 cup
  • Corn oil 0.25 cup
  • Unsweetened chocolate 2 oz
Seasonings/Sauce
  • Dried guajillo chiles 3 pieces
  • Dried pasilla chiles 3 pieces
  • Dried mulato chiles 2 pieces
  • Cinnamon stick 1 pieces
  • Cloves 4 pieces
  • Black peppercorns 1 tsp
  • Anise seeds 0.5 tsp
  • Garlic cloves 4 cloves
  • Sesame seeds 0.25 cup
  • Sugar 1 tbsp
  • Salt 1.5 tsp
  • Chicken broth 3 cups
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 34 g 35%
Protein 23 g 24%
Fat 17 g 41%
Serving size 250g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Toast the dried chiles (guajillo, pasilla, mulato) in a dry skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and pliable, being careful not to burn. Remove the stems and seeds.

  2. 2

    In the same pan, toast almonds, sesame seeds, cinnamon stick, cloves, peppercorns, and anise seeds over medium-low heat until aromatic, about 3-4 minutes. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Saute the onion and garlic in corn oil over medium heat until golden, about 5 minutes. Add bananas and raisins, and cook another 2 minutes. Remove from heat.

  4. 4

    Combine toasted chiles, spices, onion mixture, banana, raisins, almonds, and chocolate in a blender. Gradually add 2 cups chicken broth and blend until very smooth, working in batches if needed.

  5. 5

    Pour the sauce into a large saucepan, add sugar and salt, and simmer gently over low heat for 30 minutes, stirring frequently and adding more broth as needed to maintain a creamy consistency.

  6. 6

    Warm the corn tortillas briefly on a skillet or wrap in foil and heat in a low oven to soften.

  7. 7

    Fill each tortilla with shredded chicken, roll tightly, and arrange seam-side down in a large baking dish.

  8. 8

    Pour the hot mole negro sauce generously over the enchiladas, covering completely. Garnish with extra toasted sesame seeds if desired.

  9. 9

    Bake the assembled enchiladas at 350°F for 10-15 minutes to heat through, then serve hot.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this Best Easy Enchiladas de Mole Negro Recipe?
The key ingredients defining the dish are the dried Mexican chiles (guajillo, pasilla, mulato) and unsweetened chocolate, which together create the iconic deep flavor and richness of the black mole sauce. These, layered with toasted nuts, spices, and sesame seeds, give the sauce its complexity and identity.
Q. How can I control the heat and avoid burning the mole sauce?
To avoid burning, cook the chiles gently, toast spices on medium-low, and simmer the mole sauce over low heat for 30 minutes, stirring frequently. Keeping the heat moderate is crucial, as mole can grow bitter if scorched. Add broth as needed to maintain a smooth, pourable consistency throughout the process.
Q. What's the best way to prevent the enchiladas from becoming soggy or falling apart?
Warm the tortillas to make them pliable and fill just before rolling. Pour mole sauce on top right before baking, and do not overbake—10-15 minutes at 350°F is enough to heat through without softening the tortillas excessively. This preserves both structure and texture.
Q. How many calories and how much protein does each serving contain?
Each serving of this recipe (250g) delivers about 390 kcal and 23g of protein, making these enchiladas a protein-rich choice within family meals or celebration menus.
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