Momo

Description

Momo is a steamed dumpling popular in Nepal, typically filled with minced meat or vegetables mixed with onions, garlic, ginger, and spices. The dough is made from all-purpose flour and water, rolled into thin circles, stuffed with the seasoned filling, and folded into small dumplings. They are steamed until soft and served hot with a spicy tomato-based dipping sauce called achar.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ½ cup water (as needed for dough)
• 250g minced chicken, pork, or vegetables
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ginger paste
• 2 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste
• Oil for greasing

Steps

1. Mix the flour and water to form a smooth dough, then cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.
2. Prepare the filling by combining minced meat or vegetables with onion, garlic, ginger, coriander, salt, and pepper.
3. Roll the dough into thin circles about 3 inches in diameter.
4. Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each circle.
5. Fold and pinch the edges to seal the dumpling into your desired momo shape.
6. Grease a steamer tray lightly with oil and arrange the momos so they don’t stick together.
7. Steam for 10–12 minutes, or until the dough is cooked and the filling is hot.
8. Serve immediately with spicy tomato achar.