These soft, juicy dumplings packed with flavorful filling are a favorite across Asia—and now you can make them right in your kitchen in just 30 minutes!
🥟 Ingredients
For the Dough
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ tsp salt
1 tbsp oil
Water (as needed)
For the Vegetable Filling
1 cup cabbage, finely shredded
½ cup carrot, grated
½ cup onion, finely chopped
1 tbsp garlic, minced
1 tbsp ginger, minced
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp oil
Salt & pepper to taste
(Optional: add mushrooms, bell peppers, or tofu)
For Chicken Filling (optional alternative)
1 cup minced chicken
½ cup onion, finely chopped
1 tbsp garlic
1 tbsp ginger
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp oil
Salt & pepper
🥟 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Make the Dough
In a bowl, mix flour, salt, and oil.
Add water gradually and knead into a soft, smooth dough.
Cover and rest for 10 minutes.
2. Prepare the Filling
Vegetable Filling
Heat oil in a pan.
Add garlic and ginger; sauté for 1 minute.
Add onion and cook until slightly soft.
Add cabbage & carrot; stir-fry for 2–3 minutes.
Add soy sauce, salt, and pepper.
Cook until veggies slightly soften but stay crunchy.
Chicken Filling
Heat oil, sauté garlic and ginger.
Add onion and cook until translucent.
Add minced chicken, cook until done.
Add soy sauce, salt, and pepper.
Stir well and set aside.
3. Shape the Momos
Divide the dough into small balls.
Roll each into a thin circle.
Add 1 tbsp filling in the center.
Pleat the edges and seal the top (or fold like half-moons).
4. Steam the Momos
Place them on a greased steamer tray.
Steam for 10–12 minutes until shiny and firm.
(You can also pan-fry or air-fry for crispy momos!)
🔥 Momo Dipping Sauce (Super Quick!)
Blend together:
2 tomatoes (boiled or roasted)
4–5 dried red chilies (soaked)
2 garlic cloves
1 tsp vinegar
Salt to taste
Simmer for 2 minutes for best flavor.
✔ Tips for Perfect Momos
Roll dough very thin for restaurant-style texture.
Don’t overfill—momos may burst.
Steam on medium heat to avoid soggy bottoms.
Use fresh veggies for the crunchiest filling.
Add a little oil to filling for juicier momos.
🥟 Enjoy!
Serve hot with spicy tomato chutney or chili garlic sauce.
Your quick & tasty momos recipe is ready to enjoy!