Luke Coutinho (Designed by Priyanka Vithlani, Meal Planning Analyst)
Have you ever wondered where momos originated from? Today this bite-sized dumpling has traveled the farthest. Momos root back in Nepal, Tibet, Bhutan, and China. There are several variations from country to country, but one thing we can bet for sure is that when momos entered India, they made a stirring unforgettable mark and we made them our own!
Learn to make these juicy dumplings with a healthy twist - sans refined flour, MSG, and other additives. Get the right dose of nutrition in every bite.
In a blender, add all the chopped vegetables, ginger, and garlic and pulse them coarsely.
Stir fry the veggies in a pan with a few drops of oil for a few minutes.
Add the salt and pepper and ajwain/bishop's weed. Mix well and allow the mixture to cool.
In a separate bowl, mix the ragi, rice, and sattu flour with a pinch of salt. Add water and knead into a dough.
Set it aside and allow it to rest for 15 minutes.
Divide the dough into smaller portions and roll each into a thin circular sheet.
Fill the stuffing in these thin sheets, then fold the edges to form the momos.
Seal the edges well and steam for about 10-12 minutes.
Serve hot with garlic chutney.
Variations
Use your creativity and stuff it with colorful vegetables, minced chicken, or even steamed sprouts. Use this special steamed delicacy to enjoy the goodness of vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants.
Notes
Using gluten-free flours makes it rich in insoluble fiber, antioxidants, phenols, ferulic acid, and catechins which help in reducing oxidative stress in the body and boost immune function.
Colorful vegetables provide beta cryptothanxin, isocyanate, and antioxidants like flavonoids like quercetin which help inhibit the action of carcinogens.
Power tip:
Ensure that the filling is neither too dry nor too moist.
Don't overstuff your momos with the filling or else it spills out during steaming.
The vegetable can be grated too to make a finer filling.
Disclaimer: Please keep your healthcare provider in the loop before introducing any new food item into your lifestyle, especially if you have a medical health condition or are on medications. In case you are allergic to certain foods, please avoid the same.