Feb 27, 2025

Steamed Momos


Steamed Veg momos or dimsums / dumplings are a delightful and healthy treat that combines the goodness of fresh vegetables wrapped in soft, tender dough and steamed to perfection.  Perfect as a snack or a light meal, these homemade momos are delicious and nutritious. They are a delightful treat that’s both satisfying and customizable which you can enjoy with a spicy dipping sauce or stuff it with your favorite filling. A try out by my elder one again 💕

Let's learn how to make these Steamed Momos.

Ingredients
Momos
Steamed Momos

1. 0.5 cup finely chopped capsicum
2. 0.5 cup finely chopped cabbage
3. 0.5 cup finely chopped onion
4. 0.5 cup grated carrot
6. 1/4 cup corn
5. 3 chillies finely chopped
6. 1/2 tsp Soy sauce
7. 1 tsp Schezwan sauce
8. Salt to taste
9. 1tsp- Italian seasoning
10. 1 tsp-Chilli flakes
11. 1/2 tsp Pepper
12. Tomato ketchup - optional


Dough
1. 2 cups All purpose flour
2. Water for kneading
3. 1 tsp oil
4. Salt to taste

Method
1. For the filling, add oil, chopped onion, chillies and sauté
2. Next add the remaining vegetables and stir occasionally
3. When partially cooked, add in the sauces and seasonings
4. Cover the mixture and cook on a low flame for 5-10 mins
5. For the dough, combine flour, oil and water in stages and knead.
6. Dough should be soft, but firm and be kept aside for 20 mins after covering with oil and cloth.
7. To make the momos, make a slurry of maida to water in a ratio of 2:1, to act as a binder
8. Make flat, and thin circles from the Dough and apply the slurry to the sides.
9. Place the filling in the center and pleat the momos.
10. After making all momos, line the steaming vessel with a thin layer of oil.
and carefully place the momos on them.


11. Steam for 10-15 momos or until the momos are glossy.
12. Serve Steamed Momos hot with chutney or ketchup/ sauce.

You can easily recreate this recipe at home, using fresh ingredients, with a different pleating style and a touch of love.

So, gather your ingredients, steam them to perfection, and enjoy the irresistible flavors of these soft, fluffy momos right from your kitchen! 


Happy cooking!

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