Mexican Mole Rub

Elevate your meals with this bold and aromatic Mexican Mole Rub, a flavorful blend of ancho chili powder, unsweetened cocoa, and warm spices like cinnamon, cumin, and cloves. Perfect for grilling, roasting, or pan-searing, this quick-to-make spice rub infuses rich, smoky, and slightly sweet flavor into meats, poultry, or vegetables. With its unique combination of cocoa and earthy spices, this mole rub captures the essence of traditional Mexican cuisine in just five minutes of prep time. Store it in your pantry for up to six months, and bring depth and complexity to your dishes with every sprinkle. Perfect for home cooks looking to add a vibrant twist to their culinary routine!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons ancho chili powder
• 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine ancho chili powder, unsweetened cocoa powder, ground cinnamon, ground cumin, and paprika.

Step 2

Stir in dried oregano, garlic powder, ground coriander, and ground cloves.

Step 3

Add salt, sugar, and black pepper to the mix. Blend all ingredients thoroughly with a spoon or small whisk until evenly combined.

Step 4

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, such as adding more salt or chili powder for personal preference.

Step 5

Transfer the mole rub to an airtight container and store in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.

Step 6

Use approximately 1-2 tablespoons per pound of meat or vegetables. Rub it generously onto the surface before grilling, roasting, or pan-searing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	43.1 grams (43.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	110

Total Fat 3.90g	5%
Saturated Fat 0.90g	5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2382mg	104%
Total Carbohydrate 23.20g	8%
Dietary Fiber 10.60g	38%
Total Sugars 4.70g
Protein 4.40g	9%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 108mg	8%
Iron 6mg	35%
Potassium 571mg	12%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.1%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 63.8%