Tibetan Cheese Momos

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 5

Taste the delights of Tibet with Tibetan Cheese Momos

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour , preferably unbleached , plus extra for surfaces
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1/2 cup lukewarm water
	1/4 lb goat 's milk feta or 1/4 lb pecorino romano cheese , dry textured , crumbled , minced
	1/4 cup minced scallion ( white and tender green parts )
	peanut oil , for deep-frying

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

388

Sugar

Fat

21g

Tibetan food has been influenced by the country's snowy climate and Buddhist heritage. This unique cuisine offers a number of flavorful dishes that are not typically found in other culinary traditions. The famous Tibetan Cheese Momos are small, delightfully delicate appetizers that have found their fame across the world. These vegetarian dumplings are packed with creamy goat cheese and scallions, which are steamed or deep-fried as per liking. It can serve as a great starter for a dinner party or a snack to nibble on any time of the day.

Instructions

1.	In a mixing bowl, stir together the flour and salt.
2.	Add water to the flour mixture until a soft dough is formed, knead until smooth.
3.	In another bowl, stir together the crumbled cheese and minced scallions.
4.	Divide the dough into 24 equal pieces and roll each one into a ball.
5.	Flatten each ball with your fingers, then use a rolling pin to roll them out into small circles.
6.	Put a teaspoon of the cheese filling in the center of each circle.
7.	Pinch the edges together to form momos, take care that all of the filling is enclosed.
8.	Line a steamer basket with cheesecloth and steam the momos for 10-12 minutes.
9.	For deep-frying, heat 2-3 inches of peanut oil in a heavy bottomed pot.
10.	Once the oil is hot, add the momos and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.

PROS

Tibetan Cheese Momos are a unique and delicious appetizer that are sure to impress your guests.
It is vegetarian and can be deep-fried or steamed based on personal preference.

CONS

Deep-fried Momos are high in calories and frying can be an issue for some people.
It might require some practice to get the folding technique right.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tibetan Cheese Momos are rich in protein and calcium.
The dish is great for people who are trying to reduce their intake of animal products. The scallions in the filling are loaded with powerful antioxidants and offer many curative benefits.