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Delicate, steamed dumplings filled with a savory mixture of crumbled paneer and mild spices. This popular Indo-Chinese street food is a perfect appetizer or light meal, best enjoyed with a spicy dipping sauce.
For 4 servings
Prepare the Dough
Prepare the Paneer Filling
Shape the Momos
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Delicate, steamed dumplings filled with a savory mixture of crumbled paneer and mild spices. This popular Indo-Chinese street food is a perfect appetizer or light meal, best enjoyed with a spicy dipping sauce.
This indo_chinese recipe takes 45 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 422.57 calories per serving with 15.17g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for snack or appetizer or lunch.
Steam the Momos
Serve
Substitute all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour (atta) or a 50/50 mixture for a more fibrous and nutritious wrapper. The texture will be slightly denser.
Add finely chopped vegetables like carrots, cabbage, bell peppers, and spring onions to the paneer filling for extra nutrients and crunch.
Marinate the crumbled paneer in tandoori masala, yogurt, and spices before cooking the filling for a smoky, tangy twist.
After steaming, pan-fry the momos in a little oil until the bottoms are golden and crisp. You can also deep-fry them for an indulgent treat.
Paneer is an excellent source of high-quality protein, which is essential for muscle repair, growth, and overall body function.
As a dairy product, paneer provides a good amount of calcium, which is crucial for maintaining strong bones and teeth.
The inclusion of fresh ginger and garlic offers anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties that can help strengthen the immune system.
One steamed paneer momo contains approximately 45-55 calories. A serving of 6 pieces would be around 270-330 calories, depending on the exact size and amount of oil used.
Paneer momos are a moderately healthy snack. Steaming is a healthy cooking method, and the paneer filling provides protein and calcium. However, the wrapper is traditionally made with refined flour (maida). For a healthier option, you can make the wrappers with whole wheat flour.
Absolutely. You can replace maida entirely with atta or use a 50/50 mix. The texture of the momos will be slightly denser and the color darker, but they will be higher in fiber and more nutritious.
The best way is to grease the steamer plate generously with oil. An alternative traditional method is to line the steamer tray with clean cabbage leaves and arrange the momos on top of them. This also adds a subtle flavor.
Yes, they freeze very well. Arrange the uncooked, shaped momos on a tray without letting them touch and place it in the freezer. Once they are frozen solid, transfer them to a zip-top bag or airtight container. You can steam them directly from frozen, just add 3-5 extra minutes to the steaming time.