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Pan Fried Momos


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  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious dumplings filled with vibrant vegetables, perfect as an appetizer or light meal.


Ingredients

  • 1 cup All Purpose Flour
  • 1 tbsp Corn Flour
  • Salt as required
  • 1 tsp Oil
  • Water as required
  • 1 Onion, Finely Chopped
  • 5-6 Garlic Cloves, Finely Chopped
  • 2 cups Mixed Vegetables, Finely Chopped (Carrots, French Beans, Cabbage)
  • 3-4 Spring Onions Stalks, Finely Chopped
  • 1 tsp Soy Sauce
  • 1/2 tsp White/Black Pepper Powder
  • 2 tsp Oil
  • 2-3 tsp Oil
  • 1/4 cup Water


Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, add flour, corn flour, and salt. Gradually add water, kneading until soft and firm. Add 1 tsp oil and knead for 4-5 minutes. Set aside for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat 2 tsp oil in a pan. Add garlic and fry briefly. Add chopped onion and fry for a minute.
  3. Add mixed vegetables, fry 2-3 minutes, then cover and cook on low for 5-7 minutes.
  4. Mix in soy sauce, pepper powder, and spring onions. Stir fry for a minute, then cool the mixture.
  5. Make balls from the dough, roll into thin discs. Place the veggie stuffing in the center, fold, and seal.
  6. Heat a cast iron pan with 2 tsp oil. Cook momos until crispy and golden for 3-4 minutes.
  7. Flip, add 1/4 cup water, cover, and steam for 5-6 minutes.
  8. Let the momos crisp for another 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
  9. Serve hot with chili garlic chutney or schezwan chutney.

Notes

Knead the dough well for the best texture. Don’t overfill to prevent bursting. Adjust cooking time based on size and stove heat.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Pan-frying and Steaming
  • Cuisine: Tibetan