Ok all norths Indian will be salivating at the thought of eating Momos. The savory, spicy, steamed goodness is filled with either sautéed vegetable or meat. This is a Nepali version of the dumpling is well-liked by all and is worth trying if you have not yet.
One thing that is worth mentioning is that it not only matters how you make the steamed delicacy, but it is also of importance, how you make the tomato chilly chutney that accompanies with it. The momo when eaten alone may seem bland and tasteless, but the kick is given by the specially prepares chili chutney.
Today, we will see different types of chicken momos that are available
1. Plain steamed chicken momo
The plain steamed momo is the most sought out momo of all. Basically, most of the taste of this type of momo comes from the chutney. Well, this chutney is prepared in a special way. Its dose of spiciness comes from grinded red chilies, with a tomato base. Usually, they are served with a side of onion and cabbage. Steamed momos come in simple veggie filling or meat filling. The chicken variety of this momo is quite popular.
2. Kothey chicken momo
These momos are steamed and lightly fried. The added saltiness and slight oil may not initially appeal to you, but once you put the Kothey Momo in your mouth, all your concerns will vanish. Served again with a side of specially made chilli chutney, you will find your taste buds exploding with spiciness. This dish is not for the faint-hearted.
3. Chocolate Momo
This sounds like a rather odd combination, but we assure that this is a legit flavor. The combination of sweet chocolate with savory momo might seem weird, but this is an acquired taste. You will find that the sweet chocolate, will compliment the salty momo.
4. Chicken Momo Jhol
Jhol is a type of curry. It can be thick or thin depending on the consistency that you require. And momo is the savory and delicious dumpling that you have been reading about. Well, the combination of jhol and momo may not seem nice, but when you taste it all your apprehension will be over. Jhol and momo is again an acquired combination.
5. Tandoori chicken Momo
There are many Indians and non-Indians who love tandoori chicken. Chicken marinated with rich spices and then cooked in the tandoor, the same is done with momos. Tandoori momo is steamed and then placed in the tandoor to give it the Smokey taste. Not only that, but the tandoori momo is also drowned with the tandoori masala, which gives it its distinct flavour.
6. Fried chicken momo
Just like how many frying things make it better, fried momo is one of the best versions of the momo. Crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside, this momo dish is too good to pass up.
These momos are part of some the momo restaurant menu. Make sure to try out momos if you have the chance.
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