Pumpkin Seed Mole ~ Mole Verde
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5
4 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
6 servings (3 to 4 cups)
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Calories
143 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Pumpkin Seed Mole ~ Mole Verde
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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
- 1 cup pumpkin seeds shelled
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano optional, dried
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or olive oil
- 1 white onion cut into wedges
- 5 tomatillos husked and halved
- 5 garlic halved, cloves
- 2 jalapeno pepper sliced
- 2 cups chicken stock or canned chicken broth
- 1 cup cilantro leaves packed, coarsely chopped
- 1 cup flat-leaf parsley coarsely chopped, leaves
- 1/2 cup epazote optional, fresh
- 1 teaspoon salt
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
(20%)
Trans Fat
0.01g
(1%)
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% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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