Beef Mole Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into 2-inch cubes
• 1 large onion, quartered
• 4 cloves garlic, smashed
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 4 cups beef broth, low sodium for controlled seasoning
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, for browning
• 4 dried ancho chilies, Seeded and deveined, Soaked in hot water
• 2 dried guajillo chilies, Seeded and deveined, Soaked in hot water
• 1 dried pasilla chili, Seeded and deveined, Soaked in hot water
• 1/4 cup almonds, Toasted, Adds texture and nuttiness
• 1/4 cup sesame seeds, Toasted, Enhances nuttiness
• 2 tablespoons raisins, Adds natural sweetness
• 1 small tomato, Roasted, Adds depth and acidity
• 1 small onion, Roasted, Brings caramelized flavor
• 3 cloves garlic, Roasted, Softens and enriches sauce
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon, Ground, Warm spice accent
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves, Aromatic undertone
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin, Earthy base note
• 1 ounce Mexican dark chocolate, Finely chopped, Unsweetened or bittersweet
• 1 tablespoon sugar, Balances the heat and bitterness
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, For sautéing the sauce base
• Salt, to taste, Enhances overall flavor