Chicken Mole Negro with Cilantro Lime Rice & Pickled Garnishes (includes complimentary surprise dessert)

This Thursday at Ragna’s Table, we journey to Oaxaca, Mexico, with a dish that embodies complexity, heritage, and soulful depth: Chicken Mole Negro.

Mole Negro is one of Mexico’s most revered sauces—rich, smoky, and layered with over twenty ingredients, including dried chiles, spices, seeds, nuts, and a hint of dark chocolate. Here, it’s lovingly simmered with organic chicken until the meat is fall-apart tender and infused with the sauce’s deep, velvety character. Traditionally reserved for special occasions, this dish is a celebration in every bite.

To accompany the mole, Cilantro Lime Rice brings a bright, zesty lift—each grain infused with fresh citrus and fragrant herbs. It’s the perfect canvas for soaking up the dark richness of the sauce, while delivering a boost of vitamin C and digestive support.

The plate is finished with a crunchy, vibrant trio of toppings: quick-pickled onions for tang and gut-friendly enzymes, crisp radishes for a peppery snap and detoxifying power, and fresh cilantro for a burst of green vitality. Each element is there not only for contrast but to support digestion and refresh the palate.

Made with organic ingredients wherever possible and rooted in ancestral cooking methods, this meal is designed to nourish both body and spirit. From the deeply spiced chicken to the fresh garnishes, it’s a vibrant homage to Mexican culinary artistry—crafted with care, served with soul.