How to Make Lee's Incredible Momos - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to comfort food, there's nothing quite like a steaming plate of momos. These delicious dumplings are a staple in Tibetan and Nepalese cuisine, and for good reason. The combination of tender, flavorful filling and delicate, chewy wrappers is simply unbeatable. And when it comes to momos, Lee's Incredible Momos recipe is a real game changer.

Lee, a seasoned chef with a passion for authentic Asian flavors, has spent years perfecting his momo recipe. His momos are a labor of...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound extra-lean ground beef
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 8 ounces spinach, rinsed and chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger root
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • salt to taste
  • 12 wonton wrappers
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon chili oil
  • 1 (1/2 inch) piece fresh ginger root, grated

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring 3 inches of water in a large pot of water to a boil. You may also do this with a wok and steamer baskets.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, onion, spinach, garlic, 1 teaspoon ginger, green onion, cilantro and salt. Place a spoonful of the filling onto a wonton wrapper; fold and crimp to seal. If necessary, wet the edges with water. Repeat with remaining filling and wrappers.
  • Set a steamer tray in the pot, and place the momos on the steamer. Steam over rapidly boiling water for 30 minutes. Serve with the dipping sauce.
  • To make the dipping sauce, mix together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili oil and grated ginger in a small bowl.
  • Nutrition

    315 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 71mg
    • Sodium: 470mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 19g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 25g
    • Vitamin C: 19mg
    • Calcium: 85mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 670mg