C. Momo (Chilli Momo)
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Description
A stir-fried Momo variation boasting overwhelming popularity among Nepali restaurants and youth. 'C' stands for Chilli. Steamed (or fried) Momos wok-fried on high with chunky bell peppers and onions in massive tomato ketchup, dark soy sauce, and chili sauce. Applying the aforementioned 'Chicken Chilli' method to Momos—a supremely junk and delicious masterpiece.
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Recipe
Ingredients
- Momo(Steamed or Fried dumplings)
- Bell pepper
- Onion
- Tomato ketchup
- Dark Soy sauce
- Chili sauce
- Garlic
Instructions
- [Authentic Recipe]
- [Momo Prep]: Steam basic Momos (deep-frying them after for crunchiness to make 'Fried Chilli Momo' is also popular).
- [Stir-fry Veg]: Heat oil, fry garlic, ginger, green chilies, add diced onion and bell pepper, frying until crunch remains.
- [Coat in Sauce]: Add Momos, pour in a 'sweet-spicy sauce' of tomato ketchup, soy sauce, chili sauce (or powder), and a little water; wok-fry instantly on high until the sauce thickly coats all Momos.
Learn more Spice, substitutes, tips
Key spices
Tomato ketchup、Chili sauce、Soy sauce
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Fry commercial 'Boiled (or Fried) Gyoza' with bell peppers/onions in ketchup and chili sauce
Pairing
Nepali Beer (Nepal Ice etc.) / Raksi
Trivia
A Nepali-style fusion dish adding the powerful punch of 'Indian Chinese' to traditional Momo eating methods (steaming/soup). Forget about calories and salt entirely; washing it down with beer is the correct answer.
Eating tips & etiquette
Pierce the bright red Momos and veg together with a fork. Coated in sweet-sour, ultra-spicy thick sauce, these Momos are mandatory for youth drinking parties as the 'ultimate Anju (snack)' for alcohol.
Allergen
Wheat, Meat, Soy (Soy sauce)