Where is the best place to try mole in Mexico?
You can find amazing mole all over Mexico, since just about every cook makes it differently by adding their own unique “secret” ingredients. Puebla, the region two hours south of Mexico City, is famous for being the birthplace of mole ~ and is known for the authenticity of its slightly sweet mole poblano. However, at this time, Oaxaca is perhaps more famous for its seven moles (often called the Seven Sisters!) which include amarillo (yellow), verde (green), negro (black), and colorado (brick-red). The most famous mole from Oaxaca, mole negro, boasts chocolate, spices, almonds, raisins, pumpkin seeds, garlic, plantains, seeds, lard, and no less than six types of chiles in its sumptuous blend. According to this AZ Central article, another great Oaxacan mole is made with cinnamon, oregano, garlic, ancho chiles and chicken. The famous mole verde of Veracruz is made with green chiles, fresh herbs and tomatillos, while Guerrero boasts another version of mole verde ~ made with ground pumpkin
