momos

Five circular dumplings with pinched tops sit on a black plate garnished with green sprouts.
3 min 0 991

Food for thought: Momos

Peak Web November 27, 2024

By: Zamling Sherpa, Peak Associate Dumplings, potstickers, perogies, gyozas, mandu . . . there are many variations of a filling stuffed in a dough wrapper. Each culture has its own spin on this type of dish, and the Nepali dish, momos, are no exception.  A staple in Nepali households, momos are best enjoyed in the winter months. The filling of these delicious delicacies differs for each person. However, its base is usually some type of ground meat with onions, ginger, vegetable oil, salt, garlic, and Nepali seasonings all wrapped in a flour dough wrapper. What differentiates this from other dumplings…

Continue reading Read more