Mole Poblano Shrimp Tacos

Main Meals

A Recipe by El Popular

Sick of ‘turf’ and want some ‘surf’? When accompanied by El Popular’s Mole sauce, run-of-the-mill shrimp tacos are transformed into true Mexican mariscos, or seafood. Whipping up these tasty Mole Poblano Shrimp Tacos is quick, easy, and is sure to impress friends and family.

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  • Prep Time: 10 mins

  • Cook Time: 20 mins

  • Makes: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 jar El Popular Mole Paste 8oz or Powder 4oz

  • 2-3 cups chicken or vegetable broth

  • 1 lb cooked shrimp peeled, de-veined, and de-tailed

  • 12 tortillas

  • 1/4 cup queso fresco or cotija cheese

  • 1/4 cup cilantro

  • 3 limes cut into wedges

Directions

  • To prepare the Mole sauce, see the “Mole 101” box below.

  • Heat a drizzle of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  • Add the shrimp to the hot skillet and saute for 5-8 minutes, flipping occasionally until edges are browned — season as desired (we recommend El Popular Adobo Saźon seasoning).

  • Heat corn/flour tortillas on both sides.

  • Build taco with shrimp, mole sauce, cheese, and cilantro.

  • Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Mole 101

Mole, whose name comes from the Nahuatl word “mōlli” meaning sauce, is a centuries-old dish full of history and flavor. Mole poblano, the most famous type, originates from Puebla, Mexico, and has become a symbol of Mexico’s “mestizaje,” blending indigenous and European culinary traditions. With El Popular Mole Paste or Powder, you can enjoy this rich, complex sauce anytime, perfect over chicken, vegetables, or rice.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Makes: 2-3 servings

Ingredients

  • ½ jar El Popular Mole Paste (8.5 oz) or Mole Powder (4.5 oz)
  • 1–2 cups chicken broth

Directions

  • In a large skillet or saucepan over low heat, combine El Popular Mole paste or powder with chicken broth.
  • Stir slowly, adding more broth as needed to reach your desired thickness.
  • Sautee for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until smooth and heated thoroughly.
  • Serve hot over chicken, beef, rice, or vegetables.

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