Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 cup

All Purpose Flour (Maida)

0.25 tsp

Whole Black Peppercorns

crushed

0.5 tbsp

Soy sauce

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

1 cup

Chicken

boiled and minced

0.5 cup

Onions

finely chopped

0.5 cup

Green peas (Matar)

boiled

1 unit

Fresh Red chillies

or green chilli

1.5 tsp

Baking powder

1 tbsp

Garlic

finely chopped

0.5 tbsp

Ginger

finely chopped

Step 1
~5 min

Prep all ingredients.

Step 2
~5 min

Boil and mince the chicken.

Step 3
~5 min

Boil the green peas.

Step 4
~5 min

Grate or finely chop garlic and ginger.

Step 5
~5 min

Make the dumpling skin: In a mixing bowl, add flour, salt, baking powder, and water. Knead to a stiff dough and let it rest for 20 minutes covered with a wet cloth.

Step 6
~5 min

For the chicken filling: Heat oil in a wok and add chopped green chili/red chili, onions, ginger, and garlic. Saute for 4-5 minutes.

Step 7
~5 min

Add the boiled chicken mince and boiled peas; mix well till combined.

Step 8
~5 min

Take it off the heat and mix in the soy sauce, salt, and black pepper.

Step 9
~5 min

Divide the dough into equal small portions. Shape them into balls and roll them out thinly to a circular shape.

Step 10
~5 min

Take a dough disk, wet its edges, and place a spoonful of filling in the center. Bring the edges together to cover the filling and twist to seal the momos.

Step 11
~5 min

Repeat the process until all dough and filling are used up.

Step 12
~5 min

Prepare the steamer: Fill the steamer with water and keep it for boiling.

Step 13
~5 min

Arrange the momos on the steamer and steam for about 15-20 minutes or until the momos are steamed well.

Step 14
~5 min

Serve the Chicken Momos hot with Peanut Chilli Dipping.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the momos are sealed properly to prevent filling from leaking during steaming.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and refrigerated before steaming.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with dipping sauce

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Peanut Chilli Dipping Sauce

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North East India

Cultural Significance

Popular snack in North East India, Nepal, and Tibet.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Festivals
Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Party
Snack Time
Dinner Party

Popularity Score

75/100