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olla

[aw-lyah, aw-yah, ol-uh] / ˈɔ ljɑ, ˈɔ jɑ, ˈɒl ə /


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Start with a less complex mole like a pipian, mole de olla or a mole verde that doesn’t require as many ingredients as something like a mole negro.

From Salon Jan. 4, 2025

"Then, we made cafe de olla with cinnamon sticks, dark brown cane sugar, and orange peels," Milchtein wrote.

From Salon Dec. 26, 2022

Mexican cooks infuse frijoles negros de olla with chiles for a touch of heat.

From Washington Post Jan. 13, 2022

Garcia set mugs of hot café de olla and plates of buttered bolillos on the table for her friends.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 15, 2021

I longed for the smell and taste of home cooking, especially flour tortillas, frijoles de la olla, and carne con chile.

From "Breaking Through" by Francisco Jiménez



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