# Chicken Momo Recipe (Serves 4)

## Ingredients

### For the Dough

* 2 cups all-purpose flour
* ¾ cup warm water (add gradually)
* ½ teaspoon salt

### For the Filling

* 500 g minced chicken
* 1 medium onion, finely chopped
* 2 spring onions, finely chopped
* 3 cloves garlic, minced
* 1-inch piece ginger, grated
* 2 tablespoons fresh coriander, chopped
* 1 tablespoon soy sauce
* 1 tablespoon cooking oil (or sesame oil)
* ½ teaspoon black pepper
* ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)

## Instructions

### 1. Prepare the Dough

1. Mix the flour and salt in a bowl.
2. Gradually add warm water while kneading.
3. Knead for about 8–10 minutes until smooth.
4. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.

### 2. Make the Filling

1. Combine the minced chicken, onion, spring onion, garlic, ginger, and coriander.
2. Add soy sauce, oil, salt, and black pepper.
3. Mix well until evenly combined.

### 3. Shape the Momos

1. Divide the dough into small balls.
2. Roll each ball into a thin circle (about 3–4 inches in diameter).
3. Place 1 tablespoon of filling in the center.
4. Fold and pleat the edges to seal the momo completely.

### 4. Steam

1. Lightly grease the steamer tray with oil.
2. Arrange the momos without touching each other.
3. Steam over boiling water for 12–15 minutes, or until the dough becomes slightly translucent and the chicken is fully cooked.

## Simple Momo Dipping Sauce

### Ingredients

* 2 medium tomatoes
* 2 dried red chilies (or 1 fresh red chili)
* 2 cloves garlic
* 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
* 1 tablespoon soy sauce
* 1 tablespoon vinegar
* Salt to taste

### Method

1. Boil the tomatoes, chilies, and garlic for 5–7 minutes.
2. Blend them with the sesame seeds, soy sauce, vinegar, and salt until smooth.
3. Serve alongside the hot momos.

Enjoy your freshly steamed momos with the spicy dipping sauce!