Pumpkin Seed Mole ~ Mole Verde

Name: Pumpkin Seed Mole ~ Mole Verde
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6 servings (3 to 4 cups)
Ingredients: 1 cup shelled pumpkin seeds; 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 tablespoon vegetable or olive oil; 1 white onion; 5 tomatillos; 5 garlic cloves; 2 Jalapeno peppers; 2 cups chicken stock or canned chicken broth; 1 cup packed coarsely chopped cilantro leaves; 1 cup coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley leaves; 1/2 cup fresh epazote; 1 teaspoon salt

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Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings
6 servings (3 to 4 cups)
Calories
143 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Mexican

Pumpkin Seed Mole ~ Mole Verde

Iris Warren

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This pumpkin seed mole, or mole verde, combines pepitas with bright herbs, garlic, tomatillos, and jalapeños to make a standout sauce for chicken, fish, or your favorite enchiladas.

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Ingredients

Servings

1 cup shelled pumpkin seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (optional)
1 tablespoon vegetable or olive oil
1 white onion cut into wedges
5 tomatillos husked and halved
5 garlic cloves halved
2 Jalapeno peppers sliced
2 cups chicken stock or canned chicken broth
1 cup packed coarsely chopped cilantro leaves
1 cup coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley leaves
1/2 cup fresh epazote (optional)
1 teaspoon salt

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Instructions

In a large skillet with high sides or in a large saucepan over medium-high heat, toast the pumpkin seeds, cumin seeds, and oregano, if using, until fragrant, 3 to 4 minutes. Toss frequently to make sure they don’t burn. Remove from the heat and transfer to a spice grinder or a blender and process until finely ground.
In the same skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion, tomatillos, garlic, and jalapeños and cook until slightly browned, 4 to 5 minutes, tossing a couple of times but not too much. Place the vegetables in a blender or food processor, then add the broth, cilantro, parsley, epazote (if using), and salt and process until puréed.
Pour the mixture back into the skillet and add the ground pumpkin seed mixture. Let simmer gently until the flavors are melded, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. Serve immediately. (Leftovers—if there are any—can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to a couple of days.)

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1serving Calories 143kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 15g (5%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Monounsaturated Fat 4g Trans Fat 0.01g Cholesterol 2mg (1%) Sodium 520mg (22%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 4g (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings (3 to 4 cups)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 143 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving	1serving
Calories	143kcal	7%
Carbohydrates	15g	5%
Protein	6g	12%
Fat	9g	14%
Saturated Fat	2g	10%
Monounsaturated Fat	4g	20%
Trans Fat	0.01g	1%
Cholesterol	2mg	1%
Sodium	520mg	22%
Fiber	3g	12%
Sugar	4g	8%