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Chimole Sauce
Chimole Sauce

Chimole Sauce

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May 24, 2021

  • Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients

5 ancho peppers, stems and seeds removed

2 medium size corn tortillas4 cups hot warm water

6 black peppercorns, ground

2 garlic cloves

½ tablespoon annatto seeds, ground

2 tablespoons canola or olive oil

3 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced

3 epazote leaves, chopped

salt to taste

Directions

1.Wash hands with warm soapy water. Wash produce thoroughly.

2.In a comal or skillet over medium heat, slightly toast peppers, then tortillas.

3.Soak peppers in water until softened.

4.In a blender put peppers and their soaking liquid, tortillas, pepper, cloves and annatto seeds, process until smooth.

5.In a medium pot heat oil over medium heat. Add tomatoes and epaz-ote, and sautee for about 5 minutes.

6.Pour chili-tortilla mixture into pot, bring to boil and cook for 15 minutes.

7.Serve warm or chilled over cooked seafood or as a salsa for tacos.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size1/2 cup
Calories70
Sodium45mg
Iron1mg
Protein2g
Cholesterol0mg
Sugar0g
Total Fat4.5g
Saturated Fat0.5g
Folate11mcg
Calcium12mg
Total Carbohydrates8g
Dietary Fiber3g