Are you a momo enthusiast like the rest of us? Consider a dish of hot, steaming momos accompanied by a spicy crimson chutney! Momos are little dumplings created by stuffing dough with a filling. These are traditionally steamed, although they are also now fried, grilled, and tandoor-cooked. Because of the steam used to cook the momos, the filling is frequently moist and luscious. Momos are famous in North India, although their popularity extends throughout the country. Momos come in a variety of forms and varieties, but the way they touch our taste receptors is unparalleled! There is a lot of comfort food out there, but the calming and satiating feeling that momos bring is something out of this world!
Momo can be found in almost every café and restaurant in Nepal, and it is both inexpensive and delicious! The ball-sized dumplings, filled with vegetables, steamed to perfection, and served with hot and spicy dips are just the ideal dish to cheer you up on a low day. Originally, this traditional dish was created in a spherical form with meat and vegetable filling. Even so, you can now get a variety of momo in a variety of forms, sizes, and fillings. Momo is typically served with a dipping sauce called achar, which is created with tomato as the primary component.
Here is the list of various types and kinds of Momos.
1. Steamed Momo
Momos are typically steamed and may be found at every other restaurant and cafe in Nepal. These succulent momos are packed with minced vegetables or meat and steamed in a dumpling steamer. The most popular momo restaurants in Kathmandu are Everest momo, Sandar momo, and Magic momo.
2. Kothey Momo
Kothey momo is an extended, half-fried, and half-steamed momo. The filling can be vegetarian or a variety of meats, the most common of which are chicken, buff, and pig.
3. Chilly Momo
momo is a standard momo that has been dipped in a hot and spicy sauce. C. momo is your best choice if you want to try something hot and spicy. Try it once; we guarantee you won’t be sorry. Okay, you can, but it will be entirely dependent on your capacity to consume hot foods.
4. Fried and Steam-fried Momo
These crispy momos are prepared by deep frying the momo or frying it after it has been steamed. Although a little fatty, the flavor will make you forget about your health concerns.
5. Jhol Momo
Jhol denotes liquid or having a liquid-like consistency, and Jhol momos are momos drowned in a bowl of jhol achar sauce. The sauce, or jhol achar, has a thin texture and a fiery, spicy, and acidic flavor. We feel that Le Trio and GG Machan are two of the greatest restaurants in Kathmandu Valley to eat Jhol Momo.
6. Open Momo
Ghangri Sui Mai, the pioneer of open momo, is a favourite among momo enthusiasts. The momo wrappers feature four apertures, making it easy to pour their famed range of unique momo sauce.
7. Tandoori Momo
This mouthwatering combination of momo and tandoori is one to look out for. It has a thick texture that will make your taste buds drool. These are available in Best Food Cafe in Gwarko, near B&B hospital.
8. Green Momo
Remember how much you despised spinach as a child? I no longer despise it! The spinach or green momos dough is comprised of spinach combined with flour and kneaded with spinach water. As a result, the spinach’s name and color. These momos are now accessible in a variety of locations, but Alice restaurant in Gairidhara provides some of the greatest green momos in K-town.
9. Buckwheat (Phaphar) Momo
This momo, available at Alice restaurant in Gairidhara, is a good choice for health-conscious people since it has more protein and minerals than other momos. This momo’s texture is exceptionally light and delicious. Remember to eat them hot, as they might get a little dry when cold.
10. Paneer/Khuwa/Cheese Momo
The momo dough is fully loaded with Paneer, Khuwa, or Cheese and served with achar. Although it may sound strange, eating dairy products in the form of momo is always an option.
11. Fish Momo
Fish momo, served at The Bakery Cafe, has a peculiar taste and is lighter than ordinary momo; possibly this explains the white flesh. Nonetheless, it is a must-try for anybody.
12. Dhapu Momo
These gigantic momos are larger versions of typical momos. Some call them Tibetan MoMo, and they are a smaller variant of Chinese Da Pao. They are equally effective as other sorts despite being as little as a child’s fist. The thickness of the dough is unusual for many folks, but hey, it’s full and delicious. Such are presumably more widespread in areas with a high ethnic Tibetan population, thus the name.
13. Cheesy Momos Pizza
Because of the gooey cheese in the center, this type of momo is guaranteed to become a favorite. By cutting the momos in half, you can achieve the perfect cheese pull. The cheese sauce is typically served with these Cheese Momos. For anybody who likes cheese and pizza, these momos are a must-try. The interior is loaded with vegetables, pizza, and cheese, making it a delectable bundle.
14. Chocolate Momos
For a pleasing result, get a box of chocolate momos. Though the mixture may appear bizarre, it tastes rather wonderful. Fried momos drenched in the chocolate sauce are heaven on earth for all chocolate lovers. This craze became viral on Instagram, and now people are obsessed with these delectable sweet and savory momos.
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Final Words
Momos are a genuine deal in Nepal since people are addicted to them, and their availability is certain. You may go grab a dish or two from your favorite restaurant or have it delivered to your door with Food mandu. In addition, if you want to learn how to make momos while in Kathmandu, Social Tours offers a fantastic momo cooking session in Kathmandu that involves purchasing, preparing, cooking, and eating all in one.
