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Dona Maria Mole Sauce 8.25oz

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Dona Maria Mole Sauce 8.25oz - 1 of 4
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About this item

Highlights

  • DONA MARIA Mole is thick, spicy, sweet, and made from a special combination of roasted spices, chiles, and peanuts
  • A robust, authentic sauce that goes great with fish, vegetables, and more
  • 170 calories per serving; 0g trans fats per serving. Egg-free
  • Includes one 8.25 oz jar of DONA MARIA Traditional Mole
  • Serve warm over chicken or other protein

Description

The DONA MARIA brand is trusted by consumers for its quality and authentic, delicious flavor. DONA MARIA Traditional Mole is a dark brown Mexican sauce or gravy made from dry chiles, nuts, spices, vegetables, chocolate, and seasonings. Add this Mexican favorite to dishes like chicken mole, roasted vegetables, or a classic corn tortilla for an authentic flavor profile. This ready to serve, shelf-stable mole is quick and easy to prepare, giving you less time in the kitchen and more time to spend with your friends and family. Includes one 8.25 oz jar of DONA MARIA Traditional Mole. All trademarks, logos and images are owned by Hormel Foods Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates. Copyright Hormel Foods, LLC.

Serving Size: 27.0 g

Serving Per Container: 9

Amount :

Calories: 150
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 11g14%
Saturated Fat 1.5g8%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 330mg14%
Total Carbohydrate 12g4%
Dietary Fiber 2g5%
Sugars 5g
Added Sugars 4g8%
Protein 3g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 0mg0%
Iron 0.7mg4%
Potassium 94mg2%
* Percentage of Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Ingredients:

soybean oil, crackers (wheat flour, water, baking soda), chile peppers, sugar, sesame seeds, peanuts, wheat bran, iodized salt (contains potassium iodate), less than 2% of caramel color (sulfites), fermented cacao, natural flavor, disodium inosinate, disodium guanylate

Allergens & Warnings:

Contains: Wheat, Peanuts.
Contains: Sesame, Peanuts, Wheat
May Contain: Fish
State of Readiness: Ready to Eat
Form: Liquid
Spice Level: Mild
Package Quantity: 1
Net weight: .52 Pounds
TCIN: 13374005
UPC: 072878505239
Item Number (DPCI): 212-26-0737
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 5.07 inches length x 2.28 inches width x 2.2 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.99 pounds

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Summary of reviews

This mole paste is praised for its authentic and balanced flavor, making it a favorite for traditional Mexican dishes. Guests appreciate its versatility in recipes and the bonus of a reusable glass jar. However, some find it difficult to open and use due to its hard texture and oil separation. Despite these challenges, many guests find it worth the effort for its delicious taste.
    Summary created by AI from text of reviews reflecting recent feedback provided across different star ratings (includes incentivized reviews)
    4.3 out of 5 stars with 133 reviews
    quality: 4.5 out of 5
    taste: 4.5 out of 5
    value: 4.38 out of 5
    90% would recommend
    11 recommendations

    Unsure.

    3 out of 5 stars
    Mama bear - 17 days ago
    originally posted on http://www.Salsas.com/
    Your product is way too Hot /Spicy. for my family now. Go back to the old recipe.
    1 reply from Austin, MN team - 16 days ago
    Sorry to hear this! I will be reaching out directly to gather more info on this inquiry.
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    Lid hard to get off, messy, and contents hard as a rock

    1 out of 5 stars
    Yvonne Bretz - 1 month ago
    originally posted on http://www.Salsas.com/
    I am having the same problem as many others. I see that you are sending individual emails to those with this problem. Why don't you answer here so that we can all benefit from the solution provided!
    1 reply from Austin, MN team - 1 month ago
    We are sorry to hear about your experience with this product! Please look for a separate email from our team so we can grab some more information.
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    Recipe changed/ container changed

    2 out of 5 stars
    Mole Dad - 2 months ago
    originally posted on http://www.Salsas.com/
    Wife has used this product for many many years. No longer an easy to use product. Now it comes in a glass type of container that is much harder to get open. Used to come in an east to use ( square shaped) cardboard container. Newer glass containers are not ideal based on the fact that you basically have to use some type of can opener to puncture the top, since the three points system to open does not work. Bottle openers do not work either as lip of metal is too thin to grab onto. Dangerous to handle with having to puncture, and sharp metal now being exposed. In regards to the actual product inside, it is now more like a paste, versus before where it was much more fluid like. Much more spicy in this newer paste form than before, so has to be mixed with chicken broth ,water , or some other liquid to make more edible. The cardboard container said " ready to serve " as it was ready to go as is. Wish that you would return to original packaging and also original recipe used in those small cardboard boxes. Will no longer be a customer if this is going to be your product going forward. Looking at other reviews on here, looks like others are thinking the same. What you already had before was great....
    1 reply from Austin, MN team - 2 months ago
    We appreciate your honesty and are sorry to hear you didn't care for this product. We will be sure to pass your feedback along to our formulation team! However, we are still making the DOÑA MARÍA® Mole Ready to Serve in the cardboard box. Please look for a separate email and we would be happy to look for stores in your area.
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    Yes

    5 out of 5 stars
    MS - 6 months ago
    originally posted on http://www.Salsas.com/
    Those having issues opening, I use a church key/ bottle opener. Just go from side to side and lift gently until open.
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    I would not buy this anymore, this time i smelled the ugly

    1 out of 5 stars
    Costeña - 6 months ago
    originally posted on http://www.Salsas.com/
    Not good canola oil is a disrupter in our body, why would you add that ugly oil, bad bad bad 🙅‍♀️🙅‍♀️🙅‍♀️
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    I would like to buy this but tooo hard to open

    3 out of 5 stars
    Jen - 8 months ago
    originally posted on http://www.Salsas.com/
    Please look into jars with twist turn to open tops. I was using this product for the first time was a horrible mess. I ended up braking the glass and having to buy another jar to avoid getting glass in the meal. there has to be easier jars for your mole.
    1 reply from Austin, MN team - 8 months ago
    Hi Jen, we are sorry to learn this happened! We would like to gather more information and have sent out an email directly to you!
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    Love it, except opening it 😩

    4 out of 5 stars
    WendyV - 10 months ago
    originally posted on http://www.Salsas.com/
    Our family loves the product and has cooked with it for years. However, opening the little glass can is dangerous. The lid says open at three points, but no can opener I've owned in my life has been able to grab under the aluminum lid without poking a hole(s) on the lid and fighting to remove it without cutting myself. I used a knife to lift at the points on the instructions and was. Successful, but that is some life threatening technique to eat some mole. Ya'll work on that lid, its terrible! The mole is great, but the lid almost lacerates me each time
    1 guest found this review helpful. Did you?

    Love it!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Steve - 11 months ago
    originally posted on http://www.Salsas.com/
    It amazes me how stupid, arrogant and naive Americans can be. Instead of taking the time to learn about an ethnic product the lazily complain and moan about it. Removing the top is NOT rocket science, people. Plus, you end up with a free glass for juice. Mix it up, throw it in with stock, peppers, onions and garlic and shut up about it!
    3 guests found this review helpful. Did you?

    I won't use this any more after using it for 60 yrs

    1 out of 5 stars
    Charlie Brown - 1 year ago
    originally posted on http://www.Salsas.com/
    I have been using this same mole paste since the 1960s. What happened? Tonight I made it as I usually do and it's different? Not the perfect balance of sweet and hot and not even the same consistency. We were very disappointed. Anyone else notice the change?
    1 reply from Austin, MN team - 1 year ago
    Hi Charlie, we appreciate you bringing this to our attention! We will dig deeper on this, please look for a separate email from our team!
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    Great mole

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Sunmoon610 - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
    Good paste for traditional mexican mole.
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    PEOPLE ARE DUMB!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Sunnyside up - 2 years ago
    PEOPLE ARE DUMB!! This is a PASTE!! READ BEFORE BUYING!! Add about a cup or two of broth from cooking your chicken to blender, also add contents of jar, and blend.. You can add more broth depending on how you like mole.. Do lil by lil to your liking.. FRIENDLY TIP. You can get all fancy and add fresh onion, a few more dried chiles, sesame seeds (peeled) to blender. Lots of ideas on internet ONE THING I ALWAYS ADD ARE A HANDFUL OF SALTINES 6-7, WHY? I'm not even sure but always saw my mom and Tia's do it when I was young so I do the same as well, lol yes content is rock hard and there is oil on top.. I usually let hot water run on top of jar BEFORE opening while I'm shredding chicken like 10 minutes or so and found it a bit easier to dig up the paste.. So disregard negative reviews, Doña Maria Mole is PERFECT!!!
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    Mole

    5 out of 5 stars
    Amos - 2 years ago
    originally posted on http://www.Salsas.com/
    I don't have anything bad to say. About the Mole. Taste good, east to use, right out of the box. Goes a long way. One box will make 12 pieces of chicken. Of all the Dona Maria products. Mole is my favorite but far.
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    Total let down. I will never buy again.

    2 out of 5 stars
    Amos - 2 years ago
    originally posted on http://www.Salsas.com/
    Nothing like Mole. Didn't like that you have to preheat first. Hard texture. Difficult to open jar, hard to get out of jar. I thought I was picking up Mole. My fault for not paying attention to label. The glass jar is what sold me. I'll never buy again. Had to throw away 12 pieces of chicken. Opted for frozen pizza instead. For dinner.
    1 reply from Austin, MN team - 2 years ago
    Hi Amos, sorry to hear about this. We sent out a separate email to gather more information!
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    Excellent product

    5 out of 5 stars
    ClimberRick - 2 years ago
    originally posted on http://www.Salsas.com/
    I really love this product and as a bonus you get a very nice glass for beverage
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    Awesome mole it

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Mirian - 2 years ago, Verified purchaser
    Great product to make mole it has a very balanced taste of sweet and spicy.
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    YES

    5 out of 5 stars
    SAM THE GREYHOUND - 2 years ago
    originally posted on http://www.Salsas.com/
    BEEN USING THE SAUSE FOR A LONG TIME BUT THE COMPANY NEEDS TO HAVE A MORE EASY WAY TO OPEN THE PRODUCT. IT VERY DIFFICULT TO OPEN THE CAP.IF A ELDERY PERSON WOULD HAVE A VERY HARD TIME TO OPEN THE PRODUCT .MAKE IT JUST LIKE A REGULAR TWIST OPEN OR SOMETHING MORE EFFICIENT.GREAT PRODUCT
    2 guests found this review helpful. Did you?

    One of my favorite Mexican base/spices. Unique and delicious

    5 out of 5 stars
    Travleing Tom - 2 years ago
    originally posted on http://www.Salsas.com/
    Great for a chicken sauce due to its unique and wonderful flavor. Also geat for a twist in tamales.
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    I have bought it many times because it's delicious

    5 out of 5 stars
    Guy who can open jars - 2 years ago
    originally posted on http://www.Salsas.com/
    Delicious stuff. Anybody who wrote a negative review because they couldn't figure out how to open a jar, or don't know that substances will separate according to their density when sitting on a shelf, are complete morons. Don't like how oil and a chalky, solid mix will separate? Then mix it up and put it in water or broth like you're supposed to! It's not the company's fault that you're too stupid to open a jar and don't understand the concept of mixing things together with a fork.
    5 guests found this review helpful. Did you?

    I'm learning how to use Dona Maria moles as a base sauce

    4 out of 5 stars
    D. Alan - 3 years ago
    originally posted on http://www.Salsas.com/
    It's a shame that all the reviews are from novices (like me) who don't know what they're buying & can't open a jar effectively. they didn't get past the basics.. (sigh). One thing I look for is how to use each of the varieties as a base mole as a _starter_; warm in a pan with a bit of stock or water, and to find what else to add to it to develop more flavor levels in the what I finally serve. For the red mole: I'll add extra unsweetned cocoa powder, and some additional toasted ground chiles, plus grated partial tab of Ibarra chocolate. `turns out pretty good. :) `usually I wind up with far more sauce than the jar/glass starts with; and have learned to enjoy this more & more.. Hoping to learn as i "earn" my set of glasses.. Please don't change that packaging to cheap plastic! :)
    2 guests found this review helpful. Did you?

    Lazy mole

    5 out of 5 stars
    Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
    Lu - 3 years ago, Verified purchaser
    Love this brand and so easy to make.
    quality: 5 out of 5
    value: 4 out of 5
    taste: 5 out of 5
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