Mole Negro
A complex, dark sauce made from charred chiles, chocolate, and spices, considered the king of moles.
The must-try food that defines Oaxaca, MX's culinary culture
A complex, dark sauce made from charred chiles, chocolate, and spices, considered the king of moles.
A large, crunchy toasted tortilla topped with lard, beans, quesillo, cabbage, and grilled meats.
Thinly sliced, salt-cured beef that is a staple protein found in traditional Oaxacan markets.
Thin sheets of pork meat marinated in achiote and dried chiles, typically grilled over charcoal.
Toasted grasshoppers seasoned with garlic, salt, and lime, serving as a crunchy protein-rich snack.
A brick-red mole that balances sweet and savory flavors with ingredients like cinnamon and chocolate.
A fresh, vibrant sauce made with pumpkin seeds, green chiles, and aromatic herbs like epazote.
A yellow-hued mole flavored with guajillo chiles and cumin, often served with beef and vegetables.
A fruity mole whose name means tablecloth stainer, traditionally prepared with pineapple and plantains.
A rare, smoky mole made from charred tortillas and dried chiles, traditionally served with beef.
A classic spicy red mole made with various dried chiles and nuts, typically served over chicken.
An ancestral soup cooked by placing red-hot river stones directly into a bowl of broth and seafood.
A traditional vegetable soup made from tender squash vines, corn dumplings, and squash blossoms.
Triangular pockets of corn masa stuffed with beans and cheese, cooked on a clay comal.
Corn masa filled with rich black mole and shredded chicken, steamed inside a large banana leaf.
Small, thick toasted corn cakes topped with unrefined pork lard, salsa, and crumbled cheese.
Tortillas folded and drenched in a creamy bean sauce flavored with toasted avocado leaves.
A rich, airy egg yolk bread traditionally used for dipping into Oaxacan hot chocolate.
A semi-hard white string cheese rolled into a ball, famous for its excellent melting properties.
A pre-Hispanic corn-based gelatinous dessert flavored with sugar, cinnamon, and sometimes fruit.