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Veg Momos Recipe - Dim Sum Recipe

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Delicious and healthy Veg Momos are a popular dim sum made with a soft all-purpose flour dough filled with a flavorful mix of finely chopped vegetables and spices. These steamed dumplings are perfect as a snack or appetizer and are best served hot with spicy chutney or Schezwan sauce.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 18 momos

Ingredients

For the Dough

  • 1 cup all purpose flour (maida)
  • 3/4 cup water
  • Salt to taste

For the Filling

  • 2.5 cups finely chopped veggies (carrot, green bell pepper, cabbage, baby corn)
  • 6-7 spring onion bulbs (greens saved for garnishing)
  • 1 small onion, sliced thin
  • 1 small tomato, pureed
  • 2-3 garlic pods, crushed
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1-2 teaspoons oil
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon tomato sauce

Instructions

  1. Making the Dough: Mix the all-purpose flour, salt, and water to form a soft, pliable dough. Knead it well and let it rest for one hour while you prepare the filling.
  2. Preparing the Filling: Heat oil in a kadai or deep pan. Add chili flakes and sugar and sauté briefly. Add crushed garlic and grated ginger and cook until the raw smell disappears.
  3. Cooking Vegetables: Add chopped spring onion bulbs and sauté until translucent. Then add sliced onions and cook for a few minutes until soft.
  4. Adding Main Veggies: Add the finely chopped vegetables along with soy sauce, tomato sauce, salt, and pepper. Sauté on high flame for 4-5 minutes to cook the veggies but retain some crunch.
  5. Finishing Filling: Stir in the spring onion greens and remove from heat. Let the filling cool completely.
  6. Shaping Momos: Divide the rested dough into four equal portions. Roll out one portion at a time into a thin large circle. Using a cutter or lid, cut into small circles to form momo wrappers. Repeat to use the dough efficiently.
  7. Filling and Pleating: Place about 1 1/2 teaspoons of the cooled filling in the center of a dough circle. Pleat the edges in one direction and seal the top by pressing gently, forming a neat dumpling shape.
  8. Steaming Momos: Boil water in a steamer or idli cooker. Arrange the shaped momos on the steaming plate without overcrowding. Steam for 6-7 minutes until momos turn glossy and puff up slightly.
  9. Serving: Serve the hot veg momos immediately with momos chutney or Schezwan sauce for the best flavor.

Notes

  • Ensure the dough is soft and pliable to make shaping easier.
  • The filling veggies can be varied according to preference.
  • Do not overcook the filling to maintain a crunchy texture inside the momos.
  • Steaming time may vary slightly depending on the steamer; momos should look glossy and slightly puffed when done.
  • Momos are best served hot fresh from the steamer with your favorite spicy dips.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dim Sum
  • Method: Steaming
  • Cuisine: Tibetan/Indian-Chinese
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://recipesvibe.com/veg-momos-recipe-dim-sum-recipe/