Spicy Chicken Momo Fiesta

Experience a burst of flavors with these fiery and succulent chicken momos, infused with aromatic spices and served with a zesty dipping sauce.
ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- ½ cup chopped onions
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 2 green chilies, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt, to taste
- Oil, for fryingFor the Dipping Sauce:
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons vinegar
- 1 tablespoon chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
steps
- 1.
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, cabbage, onions, cilantro, garlic, ginger, green chilies, turmeric powder, cumin powder, paprika, soy sauce, sesame oil, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- 2.
In a separate bowl, add all-purpose flour and gradually pour in water. Knead until a smooth dough is formed. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- 3.
Divide the dough into small equal-sized balls. Roll each ball into a thin circle about 3 inches in diameter.
- 4.
Place a spoonful of the chicken mixture onto the center of each dough circle. Fold the edges towards the center, creating a pleated pattern, and seal the momo tightly.
- 5.
Set up a steamer and steam the momos for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
- 6.
Heat oil in a deep frying pan. Fry the steamed momos until golden and crispy.
- 7.
For the dipping sauce, combine soy sauce, vinegar, chili sauce, honey, and sesame oil. Mix well.
- 8.
Serve the Spicy Chicken Momos hot, garnished with cilantro, along with the delicious dipping sauce.