Making Butter Chicken Momos

Guide to Making Butter Chicken Momos

Momos are a popular street food in India and Nepal, usually filled with meat or vegetables and served with a spicy dipping sauce. But have you ever tried combining the two cultures and making Butter Chicken Momos? These delicious dumplings are the perfect blend of Indian spices and Nepalese wrapping. In this article, we'll show you how to make the best Butter Chicken Momos that are sure to be a hit at your next dinner party.

Ingredients

1 lb boneless chicken breast, cut into small pieces

1 large onion, chopped

3 garlic cloves, minced

1-inch ginger, grated

1 cup tomato puree

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup butter

1 tsp garam masala

1 tsp turmeric

1 tsp cumin

1 tsp coriander

1 tsp paprika

Salt and pepper, to taste

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup water

1/2 tsp baking powder

Preparation

In a large skillet, heat the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger and cook until the onion is translucent about 5 minutes.

Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until browned, about 10 minutes.

Add the tomato puree, garam masala, turmeric, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook until the tomato puree has thickened, about 15 minutes.

Stir in the heavy cream and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.

In a separate bowl, mix the flour, water, and baking powder until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough for 5 minutes and let rest for 10 minutes.

Roll out the dough to 1/8 inch thickness and cut it into 3-inch circles.

Fill each circle with a spoonful of the cooled Butter Chicken filling and pinch the edges to seal.

Steam the momos for 10-12 minutes or until cooked through.

Serving

Serve the Butter Chicken Momos with a side of mint chutney for a delicious and unique dining experience.

conclusion

making Butter Chicken Momos is a fun and delicious way to combine two cultures into one dish. With their rich and flavorful filling and soft and steamed wrapper, these dumplings are sure to be a hit among your family and friends. Try making these unique and tasty treats today!