Veggie Fried Momos
Pan-fried veg momos (kothey momos) — Nepali dumplings with crispy seared bottom and steamed-tender top. Best of both textures. Served with spicy red chutney.
Prep Time
14 min
Cook Time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
214 cal
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- Flour1 cups
- Carrot½ medium
- Bell Pepper½
- Onion½ medium
- Oil1 tbsp
All quantities scaled automatically from 2 servings.
Ingredients
Makes 2 servings · Use the Servings Scaler above to adjust
- Flour1 cups
- Carrot0.5 medium
- Bell Pepper0.5
- Onion0.5 medium
- Oil1 tbsp
Instructions
- 1
Make veg momos using your favorite filling (or buy frozen vegetable momos).
- 2
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
- 3
Arrange momos in a single layer, pleat side up or seam side up. Fry 2 minutes until bottoms are deep golden brown.
- 4
Carefully pour in ¼ cup of water, then immediately cover with a tight lid (steam will pour out).
- 5
Steam-fry 8-10 minutes until water has evaporated and momos are tender on top. Uncover and let any remaining water evaporate, allowing bottoms to crisp again.
- 6
Transfer to a plate with the crispy side up. Serve immediately with momo chutney (blended tomato + chili + garlic + ginger + salt + oil).
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💡 Expert Tips
- 1.Don't crowd the pan. Single layer essential.
- 2.Tight lid for steaming.
- 3.Final uncovering to crisp.
- 4.Eat immediately.
🔬 Why It Works
Pan-fried momos (kothey style) succeed because the technique combines two cooking methods — pan-frying creates the crispy bottom, then steam-frying with the lid on cooks the dough through to tender. Best of both textures in one dumpling.
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Nutrition Facts
Per serving (recipe makes 2 servings)
* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (recipe makes 2 servings)
* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.
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