Mole Verde Recipe

1. 1

   Peel off the papery skin from 1 pound of tomatillos and cook in 2 cups boiling salted water for about 10 minutes.

2. 2

   Drain, reserving the cooking water.

3. 3

   Blend the tomatillos, 2 seeded jalapenos, the leaves from 1 bunch cilantro, 2 cloves garlic, and 1 coarsely chopped white onion with about 1/2 cup of the cooking water until smooth.

4. 4

   Transfer to a bowl.

5. 5

   Toast 1 cup raw pumpkin seeds in 1 tablespoon lard or oil.

6. 6

   Blend with 1 cup chicken stock until smooth.

7. 7

   Combine both mixtures.

8. 8

   Melt 2 tablespoons lard or oil and fry the tomatillopumpkin seed mixture for 3 minutes, or until bubbling hot.

9. 9

   Season to taste with salt.

10. 10

    Serve with chicken enchiladas or tacos.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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