Lamb In Red Mole Sauce Recipe

Name: Lamb In Red Mole Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 chipotle peppers dried; 2 pasilla peppers roasted; 8 plum tomatoes roasted; 3 cloves garlic roasted; 1 teaspoon oregano; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 tablespoon sesame seeds; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 1/2 ounces mexican chocolate; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 8 ounces tomato sauce; 3 tablespoons canola oil; 1 lamb shoulder; 1 lamb shoulder; 4 lamb shanks; salt; pepper

Servings: persons

2 chipotle peppers dried
2 pasilla peppers roasted
8 plum tomatoes roasted
3 cloves garlic roasted
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 1/2 ounces mexican chocolate
1/2 teaspoon salt
8 ounces tomato sauce
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 lamb shoulder
1 lamb shoulder
4 lamb shanks
salt
pepper

1
To make mole sauce, soak chipotle peppers in hot water until soft. Remove seeds and stem.
2
Puree chipotles, roasted peppers, tomatoes and garlic until smooth and set aside.
3
Toast oregano, cinnamon, sesame seeds and pepper until fragrant.
4
In a saucepan, heat canola oil, then add pureed vegetables, spices, chocolate, salt and tomato sauce. Heat until chocolate melts and then continue to simmer, covered, for 15 minutes, stirring frequently. If sauce is too thick, add water to thin as needed.
5
Heat oil in a large skillet.
6
Season lamb on all sides liberally with salt and pepper, then sear in skillet until a brown crust forms on all sides.

773

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 chipotle peppers dried, 2 pasilla peppers roasted, 8 plum tomatoes roasted, 3 cloves garlic roasted, and more.

Yes, Lamb In Red Mole Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Lamb In Red Mole Sauce

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