Vegetable Momos Steamed Recipe

 

Vegetable Momos Recipe | Healthy Steamed Dumplings

Steamed, soft, and packed with fresh vegetables, vegetable momos are the perfect healthy snack or light dinner option. Originally from Tibet and Nepal, they’ve now become a pan-India street food favourite. In this recipe, we make a guilt-free version — no frying, minimal oil, maximum taste.

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Ingredients (for 15–18 momos)

• 1 cup whole wheat flour (or all-purpose flour for a softer texture)

• 1 cup finely chopped mixed veggies (cabbage, carrot, beans, capsicum)

• 1 medium onion, finely chopped

• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste

• 1 tsp soy sauce

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp salt

• 1 tsp oil (optional)

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Method

Step 1: Prepare Dough

1. Mix flour with a pinch of salt and knead into a soft dough using water.

2. Cover and let it rest for 20 minutes.

Step 2: Make the Filling

1. Heat 1 tsp of oil in a pan (optional).

2. Add onion, ginger-garlic paste, and sauté lightly.

3. Add chopped veggies, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes on high flame so veggies stay crunchy.

Step 3: Shape Momos

1. Divide the dough into small balls and roll them into thin circles.

2. Place 1 spoonful of filling in the centre.

3. Fold into pleats and seal the edges.

Step 4: Steam

1. Arrange momos in a greased steamer basket.

2. Steam for 10–12 minutes until the outer cover looks glossy.

3. Serve hot with spicy tomato chutney.

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Tips for Perfect Momos

• Use whole wheat flour for a healthier version, but half maida + half wheat makes them softer.

• Don’t overcook — they’ll become chewy.

• For a twist, try fillings like paneer, mushrooms, or sprouts.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• ✅ Low oil & steamed — perfect for weight-watchers

• ✅ Versatile — change filling as per taste

• ✅ Street-food cravings, guilt-free

Neerja Bhatnagar

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