10-Minute California Prune Mole
Recipe developed by Leslie Bonci, MPH, RD, CSSD, LDN
Servings: 4 (1/2 cup servings)
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Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1 15 oz. can diced fire roasted tomatoes, not drained
1 tablespoon diced green chilies, canned
12 California Prunes, havled
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
Dash of cloves
Dash of cumin
2 tablespoon orange juice
1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
1/4 teaspoon chipotle powder
Sesame seeds, for garnish
Directions
Sauté onion and garlic in oil until golden brown then add tomatoes, prunes, orange juice, cocoa powder and spices. Cook on medium heat for 4-5 minutes. Transfer to a blender or food processor and puree until smooth. Garnish with sesame seeds.
Serve over chicken, pork, turkey or tofu.
