Belizean Chilmole recipe also holds numerous health benefits. The spices used in the dish, such as cumin and coriander, are known for their anti-inflammatory properties.
Blender or food processor for blending the chile paste
Ingredients
3lbs.chicken or pork
1cupof water
2cupsof chicken or pork broth
2tablespoonsof olive oil
2onionschopped
6garlic clovesminced
1red bell pepperchopped
1green bell pepperchopped
2tomatoeschopped
2ancho chilesdried and seeded
2pasilla chilesdried and seeded
2corn tortillastoasted
1teaspoonof cumin
1teaspoonof coriander
1teaspoonof oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken or pork and brown on all sides.
Add the onions and garlic to the pot and cook until the onions are translucent.
Add the bell peppers and tomatoes to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
In a separate pan, toast the dried chiles until fragrant. Remove from the heat and soak in hot water for 10 minutes.
In a blender or food processor, blend the toasted tortillas, soaked chiles, cumin, coriander, and oregano until smooth.
Add the chile paste to the pot and stir to combine.
Pour in the chicken or pork broth and water and bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1 hour or until the meat is tender and falls off the bone.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
Tips and Tricks
Toast the dried chiles before soaking to enhance their flavor.Use a food processor instead of a blender for easier blending of the chile paste.Make a large batch and freeze the leftovers for a quick and easy meal in the future.