{"product_id":"mexican-mole-chilli-seed-collection","title":"Mexican Mole Chilli Seed Collection","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMexican Mole Chilli Seed Collection\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrow the traditional dried chillies used to make mole, one of Mexico’s most celebrated sauces. Mole combines layers of mild fruitiness, earthy depth, gentle heat, spices, nuts or seeds and, in some versions, a small amount of chocolate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes one packet each of:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rasmussengardens.co.nz\/products\/brown-poblano-chilli-seeds-10-seeds\"\u003e‘Brown Poblano’\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rasmussengardens.co.nz\/products\/guajillo-chilli-seeds-10-seeds\"\u003e‘Guajillo’\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rasmussengardens.co.nz\/products\/pasilla-chilaca-bajio-chilli-seeds-10-seeds\"\u003e‘Pasilla Bajio’\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rasmussengardens.co.nz\/products\/chile-de-arbol-chilli-seeds-10-seeds\"\u003e‘Chile de Árbol’\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA little history\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe word mole comes from the Nahuatl word \u003cem\u003emōlli\u003c\/em\u003e, meaning sauce or mixture. Its exact origins are uncertain, but modern mole developed from Indigenous Mexican sauces combined with ingredients and cooking traditions introduced during the colonial period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMole poblano is closely associated with Puebla and is traditionally served for celebrations and special occasions. Recipes vary between families and regions, with some containing more than 20 ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBasic mole sauce\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou will need:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2 dried ‘Brown Poblano’ chillies\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2 dried ‘Guajillo’ chillies\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 dried ‘Pasilla Bajio’ chilli\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e½–1 dried ‘Chile de Árbol’ chilli\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 onion, chopped\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2 garlic cloves\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 tomato, chopped\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e¼ teaspoon cinnamon\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e½ teaspoon cumin\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 small piece of toasted bread or tortilla\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e500 ml chicken or vegetable stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e20–30 g dark chocolate\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSalt, to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRemove the stems and seeds from the dried chillies. Lightly toast them in a dry pan, taking care not to burn them, then cover with hot water and soak for 20 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFry the onion, garlic and tomato until soft. Add the drained chillies, sesame seeds, cinnamon, cumin, toasted bread or tortilla and stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBlend until smooth, then simmer gently for 20–30 minutes. Stir in the chocolate and season with salt. Add more stock as needed until the sauce reaches a thick pouring consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eServe with chicken, roasted vegetables, enchiladas or rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eThis is a simple home-style introduction to mole. Traditional recipes may also include nuts, dried fruit and a wider range of spices.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Rasmussen Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58283672338735,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/4098\/4879\/files\/Mexican_Mole_Chilli_Seed_Collection.png?v=1785793359","url":"https:\/\/rasmussengardens.co.nz\/products\/mexican-mole-chilli-seed-collection","provider":"Rasmussen Gardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}