Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 cup

All Purpose Flour (Maida)

1 unit

Water

to knead

100 g

Paneer (Homemade Cottage Cheese)

cut into 1/2 cm cubes

1 tbsp

Fresh cream

0.5 tsp

Tandoori masala

0.5 tsp

Garam masala powder

0.5 tsp

Cumin powder (Jeera)

0.5 tsp

Red Chilli powder

0.5 tsp

Chaat Masala Powder

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

0.5 tsp

Lemon juice

Step 1
~4 min

Prepare the momo dough by mixing maida, salt, and water until a medium-stiff dough forms. Knead until smooth and firm.

Step 2
~4 min

Cover the dough and let it rest for 2 hours.

Step 3
~4 min

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.

Step 4
~4 min

Mix the paneer tikka filling well and set aside for 15 minutes.

Step 5
~4 min

Heat a pan on medium-high flame and cook the paneer tikka pieces for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally.

Step 6
~4 min

Transfer the cooked paneer tikka to a bowl and set aside.

Step 7
~4 min

Divide the momo dough into equal, lemon-sized portions.

Step 8
~4 min

Roll out each portion of the dough thinly.

Step 9
~4 min

Place 1 tablespoon of the paneer tikka filling in the center of each flattened dough.

Step 10
~4 min

Fold the edges to form semi-circles and pleat to create characteristic momo pleats.

Step 11
~4 min

Keep the completed momos under a moist cloth to prevent drying.

Step 12
~4 min

Grease a steamer plate with oil or butter paper.

Step 13
~4 min

Steam the momos for 10-15 minutes until cooked through.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

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.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The dough and filling can be prepared in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with mint chutney

Serve with schezwan sauce

Serve with tomato ketchup

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Tofu & Peanut Noodles - Spiked With Sriracha Sauce
Kung Pao Chicken With Vegetable Fried Rice

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

India/Tibet

Cultural Significance

Fusion of Indian and Tibetan culinary traditions

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Parties
Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Party
Weekend Meal
Snack Time
Appetizer

Popularity Score

70/100

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