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Do not discard the seeds yet.","group":"Chile Preparation","title":"Clean the Mulato, Ancho, and Pasilla chiles","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Chile Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the chiles until they are very dark and fragrant, being careful not to burn them too much. Once toasted, place them in a bowl of hot water at 175°F (79°C) to soak for 20-30 minutes.","group":"Chile Preparation","title":"Toast the chiles","timerMinutes":30,"sourceTitle":"Chile Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"In the same skillet, toast the almonds, peanuts, sesame seeds, raisins, cinnamon, cloves, peppercorns, and star anise until golden and aromatic. Remove and set aside.","group":"Toasting Spices and Nuts","title":"Toast the almonds, peanuts, sesame seeds, raisins, cinnamon, cloves","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Toasting Spices and Nuts"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Roast the onion, unpeeled garlic, tomatoes, and tomatillos on a griddle or under a broiler until charred and softened.","group":"Roasting Aromatics","title":"Roast the onion, unpeeled garlic, tomatoes, and tomatillos","timerMinutes":15,"sourceTitle":"Roasting Aromatics"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Heat a small amount of lard and fry the plantain slices and the bread until golden brown.","group":"Frying Thickeners","title":"Heat a small amount of lard","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Frying Thickeners"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Drain the chiles and blend them with just enough soaking liquid or chicken stock to form a smooth paste. 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