By Suprita Mitter
July 19, 2024
Momos are dumplings that belong to the Tibetan cuisine and are popular across South Asia. They consist of thin dough filled with a savoury mixture of meat or vegetables, steamed and served hot
2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp salt 250 gms ground chicken or vegetables (like cabbage, carrots, and mushrooms) 1 small onion 2-3 cloves garlic 1-inch piece of ginger 2-3 green chilies 1 tbsp soy sauce Oil Water
In a bowl, mix the flour and salt. Gradually add water and knead until a smooth and elastic dough forms. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
Heat oil in a pan. Add garlic, ginger, and green chilies. Sauté for a minute. Add chopped onions.
Add ground chicken or vegetables and cook until cooked through. Stir in soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute.
Add ground chicken or vegetables and cook until cooked through. Stir in soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute.
Divide the dough into small balls, about 1-inch in diameter. Roll out each ball into a thin circle. Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each circle.
To pleat the momos, start folding and pinching the edges together to form pleats around the filling. Seal the top by pressing firmly.
Grease a steamer basket with oil or cooking spray to prevent sticking. Steam the momos over boiling water for 10-12 minutes.