Mole Nachos

Gluten Free
Health score
7%
Mole Nachos
40 min.
6
422kcal

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Looking for a delicious and unique appetizer that's both gluten-free and packed with flavor? Look no further than these Mole Nachos! This mouthwatering recipe combines the rich taste of Mexican chocolate with the savory spices of traditional mole, creating a perfect blend for your next party or gathering. With a ready time of just 40 minutes, these nachos are easy to whip up and serve six hungry guests. Each serving contains 422 calories, making them a satisfying yet guilt-free snack.

Mole Nachos are versatile, working well as an antipasti, starter, snack, or appetizer. The star of this dish is the homemade mole sauce, made from scratch using a tantalizing mix of ingredients such as dried pasilla chile peppers, garlic, cilantro, and of course, Mexican chocolate. This sauce is then generously spread over crisp tortilla chips and topped with a sprinkle of Oaxaca cheese, creating a delightful balance of textures and flavors.

To make this unforgettable dish, you'll need a few essential pieces of equipment, including a saucepan, blender, baking pan, and a broiler. Once you've gathered your ingredients and tools, simply follow the step-by-step instructions to create a sumptuous appetizer that's sure to impress your friends and family. So why wait? Dive into the world of Mole Nachos and get ready to indulge in a culinary experience like no other!

Ingredients

  • 3.1 ounce chocolate chopped
  • tablespoons creamy peanut butter 
  • tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • cloves garlic minced
  • servings salt and pepper freshly ground
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth low-sodium
  • tablespoons crema mexicana sour
  • 0.5 cup monterrey jack cheese grated
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • cups onion chopped
  • teaspoon oregano dried crumbled
  •  pepper flakes dried
  • 1.5 teaspoons sugar 
  • ounce tortilla chips 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • blender
  • baking pan
  • broiler

Directions

  1. Preheat the broiler. Stem and seed the chile peppers and soak in warm water until soft, about 15 minutes.
  2. Drain.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
  4. Add the onions and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a blender and add the chiles, chicken broth, peanut butter, sugar and oregano. Coarsely crumble 1/4 cup tortilla chips, add to the blender and puree until smooth. Return the mixture to the saucepan and simmer, stirring, about 5 minutes. Stir in the chocolate until melted. Season the mole with salt and pepper.
  6. Place the remaining tortilla chips in a baking dish.
  7. Pour about 2 cups mole on top (reserve the rest for dipping); sprinkle with the cheese. Broil until the cheese melts, about 2 minutes. Top with the crema and cilantro.
  8. Photograph by Yunhee Kim

Nutrition Facts

Calories422kcal
Protein8.54%
Fat49.53%
Carbs41.93%

Properties

Glycemic Index
48.78
Glycemic Load
6.7
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
14.204782667367%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
2.67mg
Kaempferol
0.35mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
10.91mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:421.82kcal
21.09%
Fat:24.46g
37.62%
Saturated Fat:7.13g
44.59%
Carbohydrates:46.6g
15.53%
Net Carbohydrates:41.86g
15.22%
Sugar:13.95g
15.5%
Cholesterol:11.03mg
3.68%
Sodium:443.77mg
19.29%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:9.67mg
3.22%
Protein:9.48g
18.97%
Vitamin C:58.19mg
70.53%
Phosphorus:217.85mg
21.78%
Vitamin E:2.89mg
19.26%
Vitamin B6:0.38mg
19.04%
Fiber:4.74g
18.95%
Vitamin K:19.85µg
18.9%
Magnesium:75.6mg
18.9%
Manganese:0.32mg
16.25%
Calcium:151.72mg
15.17%
Copper:0.25mg
12.55%
Vitamin B3:2.49mg
12.47%
Potassium:407.35mg
11.64%
Iron:1.93mg
10.73%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.36%
Zinc:1.43mg
9.52%
Vitamin A:468.87IU
9.38%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.92%
Folate:30.92µg
7.73%
Vitamin B5:0.69mg
6.85%
Selenium:4.28µg
6.11%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.29%