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Mexican mole is a savory, sweet, spicy and slightly bitter sauce. Although there are many types of mole, the best known is mole poblano, which is dark brown to reddish-brown and originated in the state of Puebla. The ingredients of mole include but are not limited to: dried chili peppers, cinnamon, chocolate, garlic, onion, peanuts, sesame seeds and tomato, which give the sauce its complex flavors. Mole is usually served with chicken but can also be served with pork and beef.

Indian curry is a savory, sweet and spicy sauce. The word "curry," which means "gravy" to those in India, comes from the Tamil word "kari" meaning "spiced sauce." The ingredients of curry include but are not limited to: dried chili peppers, black mustard seed, coriander, cumin, ginger, garlic, mint, nutmeg, saffron and a type of powdered spice mix called masala, which give the sauce its complex flavor. Curry is usually served with chicken, pork or vegetables like carrots, potatoes, cauliflower and peas.

If you love Argentinean empanadas, you'll probably like Indian samosas.

The Argentinean empanada is typically a fried pastry stuffed with either meats and/or vegetables. Brought to Argentina by the Spanish (who in turn got it from the Arabs), the variety of fillings can include: meats either cubed or ground, onions, boiled eggs, olives, raisins, peas, carrots, currants, red peppers, milk-soaked rice, ham, fish, sweet corn, spinach and mondongo or tripe stew.

The Indian samosa is is typically a fried pastry stuffed with either meats and/or vegetables. Brought to Indian by Arabs, the most popular version is filled with potatoes, onions, spices and green chilies while non-vegetarian versions usually contain spiced ground meats. They're often served with sweet and spicy dipping sauces – chutneys – made with mint, coriander or tamarind.