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Mole Shredded Pork Enchiladas

Mole Shredded Pork Enchiladas

The dark, complex flavors of authentic Mole-featuring dark chocolate and chipotle-transform simple pork enchiladas into a gourmet meal. The sauce infuses the meat as it cooks, resulting in an incredibly rich dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • Pork: 2 lb pork tenderloin
  • Mole: 2 tbsp dark chocolate 2 cans tomatoes, 1 tsp chipotle paste, pinch cinnamon, pinch cayenne, pinch sugar, onion, garlic
  • Assembly: 4 large tortillas 1 cup Cheddar/Jack cheese

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Large pot

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Make the sauce by simmering sautéed aromatics with tomatoes, chocolate, and spices.
  2. Sear the pork, then submerge it in the sauce and simmer for 1 hour.
  3. Shred the pork. Fill tortillas with meat and cheese, rolling them tight.
  4. Place in a baking dish, cover with remaining sauce and cheese.
  5. Bake at 350 degrees F (180 degrees C) for 25 mins.

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