Cooking Social - Mole & Mezcal
What is Mole? (pron. Mo-Lay)
Moles - typical Mexican sauces made with a combination of chiles, spices, seeds and nuts.
They are mostly prepared for festive occasions by the entire family, and while the most commonly known is definately the Mole Poblano, which although a complex savoury-flavoured sauce, contains dark chocolate.
The various Moles of Mexico are so many, each region and town having a specialty thanks to the exceptional diversity of ingredients.
In this 3hr class we explore the famous Mole Poblano and take a look at 2 variation of Agave Spirit. Oaxacan Mezcal & a Ceremonial Raicilla.
We enjoy a Oaxacan market snack and a mezcal cocktail on arrival.
During the class we stop for a Mezcal & Raicilla tasting & we will finish at the Family table with a feast of Mole & traditional sides.
What will we make?
Mole:
The Infamous Mole Poblano made with many spices, seeds, fruits and a hint of dark chocolate and served with chicken or hearty root vegetables for vegetarians (please advise in advance)
Plus traditional table accompaniments
What to expect?
A mix of hands on cooking and some demonstrations
Arrive and enjoy a Oaxacan marrket snack and a refreshing mezcal cocktail, meet your classmates, receive your recipes and go over the menu, then jump into creating a delicious meal.
We will use a range of traditional processes and ingredients to prepare the dishes.
Learn to flame, roast and soak a range of chiles to bring out beautiful flavours.
Use clay mortar and pestles (molcajete) to prepare earthy marinades and salsas.
In the middle of the session we stop and have a break to enjoy an agave spirit tasting.
Finish the session by having a family style meal together with all the food we have made.
Take home Clay Cantina recipes
this class is approximately 3.5hrs including introductions, cooking and dining.