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A person holds a large vegan chicken mole torta filled with soy curls, sliced jalapeños, cilantro, slaw, and sauce on a toasted bolillo.
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Vegan Chicken Mole Torta Recipe

Well look at this sandwich showing off. Rich mole, juicy vegan chicken, crunchy slaw, and a sturdy roll all show up ready to clock the heck out of all the lame ass sandwiches you had.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time16 minutes
Soaking Time:10 minutes
Total Time41 minutes
Course: Sandwich
Cuisine: Mexican
Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Calories: 450kcal
Author: Adam Sobel
Cost: $14

Ingredients

For the vegan chicken mole

For the lime cabbage slaw

  • 2 cups cabbage shredded
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • ¼ cup vegan sour cream
  • ¼ cup cilantro chopped
  • 2 tablespoons onion minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt

For the Sandwiches:

  • 4 bolillo or telera rolls 6-7 inches long
  • ½ cup vegan mayo
  • 8 leaves Romaine lettuce or iceberg
  • 1 jalapeño thinly sliced
  • Cilantro sprigs to garnish

Instructions

  • Place the soy curls in a heatproof bowl. Bring the vegetable stock to a simmer over medium heat, then pour it over the soy curls. Press gently to submerge, cover, and let stand for 10 minutes until fully hydrated.
  • Drain the soy curls well, pressing gently to remove excess liquid.
  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. After 90 seconds, when the oil is hot, add the diced onion and drained soy curls and cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring regularly, until the onions are fragrant, and the soy curls are lightly browned all over.
  • Add the mole poblano, reduce to medium-low heat, and cook for 3 more minutes, stirring frequently, until the soy curls are evenly coated and heated through. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  • To make the optional cabbage slaw- in a mixing bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, lime juice, lime zest, vegan sour cream, chopped cilantro, minced onion, and salt. Squeeze and massage the contents of the bowl until thoroughly mixed and the cabbage feels tenderized.
  • Split the rolls lengthwise. Toast cut-side down on a dry skillet set over medium heat, or place on a sheet tray and warm in a 375°F (190°C) oven until lightly crisp on the interior and warmed through.
  • Spread the vegan mayo evenly on both cut sides. Layer lettuce leaves on the bottom halves, followed by the warm vegan chicken mole mixture. Top with lime cabbage slaw and a few jalapeño slices. Garnish with cilantro sprigs, then close the sandwiches and serve immediately.

Notes

💪 No Hulk Smash:
After draining, press out excess liquid instead of wringing the soy curls like laundry. Too much moisture waters down the mole, but going full Hulk breaks them apart and you want those bigger pieces for texture.
🔥 Let Him Cook:
Let the soy curls pick up real color in the pan before adding the mole. That browning adds structure and keeps the filling from turning soggy (absolutely not).

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 1040mg | Potassium: 336mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 5134IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 98mg | Iron: 3mg