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Easy Chicken Momo Dumplings

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Easy Chicken Momo Dumplings are tender, juicy dumplings filled with a flavorful chicken mixture seasoned with garlic, ginger, and soy sauce. Inspired by Nepali and Tibetan cuisine, they’re perfect for steaming, pan-frying, or freezing for later.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 green onions or scallions, sliced
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • Optional: 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • Optional: 1/4 tsp chili flakes
  • Optional: 1/2 tsp sesame oil
  • For dough (or use store-bought wrappers):
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup water (adjust as needed)
  • Pinch of salt
  • For serving: Spicy tomato dipping sauce or chili garlic sauce

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine ground chicken, onion, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, green onions, salt, pepper, and any optional ingredients. Mix well and set aside.
  2. If making wrappers, mix flour, water, and salt into a dough. Knead until smooth, cover, and rest for 20–30 minutes.
  3. Divide the dough into small balls and roll each into a 3-inch circle.
  4. Place a spoonful of filling in the center, fold and pinch to seal. Shape into rounds or half-moons.
  5. Line a steamer basket with parchment or cabbage leaves. Steam momos in batches for 10–12 minutes until fully cooked.
  6. Serve hot with your preferred dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Add cabbage or carrot to the filling for texture.
  • Pan-fry after steaming for crispy potsticker-style momos.
  • Freeze uncooked momos for later use—steam directly from frozen.
  • Use store-bought wrappers to save time.
  • Chili oil or curry powder adds bold flavor to the filling.

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