Deliciously authentic mole paste made with
foodservice operators in mind
ORANGE,
Calif., April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As
restaurant chefs and operators look to add more global flavors to
their menus, MegaMex Foods announces a bold new product that's made
just for foodservice. DOÑA MARIA® Mole Rojo paste
combines the authentic taste of a traditional mole with
back-of-house-friendly packaging and a flavorful formula.
Mole, pronounced MOH-ley, comes from the Mexican native language
Nahuatl mōlli meaning "sauce". Mole describes a variety of complex
sauces that can contain more than 20 ingredients used in Mexican
cuisine. Every container of DOÑA MARIA® Mole Rojo is
meticulously crafted in Mexico,
where mole is known as the country's national dish. Authenticity is
at the heart of this rich bold paste, giving operators a truly
distinct flavor that can elevate any dish.
"We are excited to introduce our first foodservice product under
the DOÑA MARIA® brand. It aligns with our purpose of
reimagining Mexican flavor in both foodservice and retail
segments," said Ryan Michaelis,
president and chief executive officer at MegaMex Foods. "Its rich
blend of premium ingredients like mild ancho and poblano peppers,
peanuts, sesame seeds and a touch of real chocolate makes it stand
out."
To get the product right, the MegaMex team took its legendary
mole paste around the country to learn what operators required to
make it work in their kitchens. Container size, paste consistency
and ease of use, along with the authentic flavor of a
generations-old family recipe are what make this mole paste truly
unique.
"Bringing the product to operators made all the difference,"
said Dan Burrows, consulting chef
for MegaMex Foods. "The foodservice-specific formula is now in a
kitchen-friendly, resealable wide-mouth container. The
foodservice-safe container even fits a spoon to make it easier to
remove the paste."
DOÑA MARIA® Mole Rojo also makes it easy for
operators to add more unexpected flavor across their menus. From
traditional chicken dishes to chilaquiles, chicken wings, salad
dressings, sandwiches and desserts, this bold paste is a
wonderfully versatile ingredient that gives diners the adventurous
dishes they crave — all in a matter of minutes instead of
hours.
"Preparing a traditional mole paste from scratch is extremely
labor intensive and most recipes have over 20 ingredients," Burrows
said. "Ours is simple. Just heat 64-ounces of water or broth with
one container of mole paste and whisk over a low heat until smooth
(4-to-1 ratio). It's an easy way to add depth and complexity to any
dish."
Not only is DOÑA MARIA® Mole Rojo a quick and easy
way to add more excitement to everyday dishes, the inclusion of
Mexican sauces on entrees means diners will spend more and increase
their check size1. In fact, the median spend of entrees
made with mole increased by 52 percent.1
Foodservice operators interested in learning more about DOÑA
MARIA® Mole Rojo or to request a sample can visit
megamexfoodservice.com/brand/dona-maria. This product is
available now through MegaMex Foods – No. #131573 or through DOT
Foods - Item No. 774328.
ABOUT MEGAMEX FOODS
MegaMex Foods, one of the fastest
growing Mexican food companies in the US, is focused on Reimagining
Mexican Flavor in restaurants and home kitchens across the country.
MegaMex Foods is proudly committed to authentic ingredients and
providing a real solution for achieving true Mexican flavors with
trusted products including WHOLLY®, HERDEZ®,
DON MIGUEL®,
CHI-CHI'S®, LA
VICTORIA®, DOÑA MARÍA®,
EMBASA®, DEL
FUERTE®, and BÚFALO® brands. Founded
by Herdez del Fuerte and Hormel Foods (NYSE: HRL), MegaMex Foods is
headquartered in Orange,
California, with facilities in Texas and Mexico. MegaMex Foods has two operating
plants, numerous manufacturing partners and over 4,000 employees.
For more information, visit www.megamexfoods.com and
www.mmxfoodservice.com.
ABOUT THE DOÑA MARÍA® BRAND
When it comes
to world-famous mole pastes and tender nopalitos, the DOÑA
MARÍA® brand has been Mexico's favorite brand for over 80 years.
Made with rich, flavorful ingredients such as fiery ancho chiles,
pasilla chiles, peanuts, chocolate, and a blend of signature
Mexican spices and seeds, DOÑA MARÍA® mole features a
smooth, slow-cooked flavor, making it the No.1 selling2
mole brand in Mexico
and the US. Based on ancient Mexican recipes, this robust sauce is
remarkably easy to use, delivering a unique homemade flavor to any
dish. DOÑA MARÍA® authentic Mexican products are
available nationwide at major grocery stores and is part of
MegaMex Foods, one of the fastest growing Mexican food companies in
the US focused on reimagining Mexican flavor. For more
information and recipe ideas, visit
https://www.salsas.com/dona-maria/dona-maria-nopalitos/ or follow
the DOÑA MARÍA® on Facebook and Instagram.
1Datassential, 2023
2Nielsen/Scantrack 2023
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