Follow these steps for perfect results
All Purpose Flour (Maida)
Water
to knead
Paneer (Homemade Cottage Cheese)
cut into 1/2 cm cubes
Fresh cream
Tandoori masala
Garam masala powder
Cumin powder (Jeera)
Red Chilli powder
Chaat Masala Powder
Salt
to taste
Lemon juice
Prepare the momo dough by mixing maida, salt, and water until a medium-stiff dough forms. Knead until smooth and firm.
Cover the dough and let it rest for 2 hours.
Prepare the paneer tikka filling by combining paneer cubes, fresh cream, tandoori masala, garam masala, cumin powder, red chili powder, chaat masala, salt, and lemon juice in a bowl.
Mix the paneer tikka filling well and set aside for 15 minutes.
Heat a pan on medium-high flame and cook the paneer tikka pieces for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally.
Transfer the cooked paneer tikka to a bowl and set aside.
Divide the momo dough into equal, lemon-sized portions.
Roll out each portion of the dough thinly.
Place 1 tablespoon of the paneer tikka filling in the center of each flattened dough.
Fold the edges to form semi-circles and pleat to create characteristic momo pleats.
Keep the completed momos under a moist cloth to prevent drying.
Grease a steamer plate with oil or butter paper.
Steam the momos for 10-15 minutes until cooked through.
Expert advice for the best results
Make sure the dough is not too sticky for easy handling.
Steam the momos until the outer layer turns translucent.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
The dough and filling can be prepared in advance.
Arrange momos in a circular pattern on a plate, garnish with coriander sprigs and serve with dipping sauce.
Serve with mint chutney
Serve with schezwan sauce
Serve with tomato ketchup
Complements the spicy flavors
Cleanses the palate
Discover the story behind this recipe
Fusion of Indian and Tibetan culinary traditions
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