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Mole Negro | Traditional Sauce From Oaxaca, Mexico | TasteAtlas
Mole Negro | Traditional Sauce From Oaxaca, Mexico | TasteAtlas
Mole Negro | Traditional Sauce From Oaxaca, Mexico | TasteAtlas
Mole Negro | Traditional Sauce From Oaxaca, Mexico | TasteAtlas

Mole negro

(Black Mole)

Mole negro or black mole is a traditional sauce originating from Oaxaca as one of the seven moles of Oaxaca. This is the most complex type of Mexican mole and it's usually made with ingredients such as hoja santa (aromatic, licorice-tasting herb), cinnamon, cumin, cloves, onions, garlic, dried chili peppers, cilantro, pumpkin and sesame seeds, dark chocolate, bread, and dried fruits.


Once prepared, mole negro is always served over different foods and it's never eaten on its own.