This mole, called mich, from the Nahuatl word for “fish,” includes fresh nopales, or cactus paddles, in addition to a dried fish from Chiapas that can be found in Latin American grocery stores in the U.S. As with many moles, the chefs at Milli use a starchy ingredient to thicken theirs—in this case, animal crackers, which also lightly sweeten it. Don’t be put off by the quantity of jalapenos; cooking tames their heat.
Yellow Mole with Fish and Cactus Paddles (Mich Mole)
Tomatillos, cactus paddles, and dried fish lend depth and brightness to this fragrant Mexican sauce.