Tibetan Momos With A Twist
Tibetan Momos are traditional dumplings filled with savory ingredients and steamed to perfection. In this recipe, we will put a unique twist on the classic momos by adding a special ingredient to the filling, giving them a delicious and unexpected flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup finely chopped cabbage
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onions
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 cup crumbled paneer (Indian cottage cheese)
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and water to make a smooth dough. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the cabbage, carrots, onions, cilantro, paneer, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, black pepper, and salt to make the filling.
- Divide the dough into small balls and roll each ball into a thin circle on a floured surface.
- Place a spoonful of the filling in the center of each circle, then fold and pleat the edges to seal the momos.
- Steam the momos in a steamer for 15-20 minutes until the dough is cooked and the filling is hot.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a pan and lightly fry the steamed momos for a crispy texture (optional).
- Serve the momos hot with a dipping sauce or chutney of your choice.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 15g
- Fat
- 8g
Supplies
Steamer Mixing bowls Frying pan (optional)
Tools
Rolling pin Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Enjoy the momos with a side of spicy tomato chutney or a tangy dipping sauce.
Tips & tricks
Tips: For a shortcut, you can use store-bought dumpling wrappers instead of making the dough from scratch.
Cost
$10