"Momo are Nepal's beloved dumplings, brought from Tibet and made local: spiced buffalo, chicken or vegetable parcels steamed and dunked in a fiery tomato-sesame sauce."
About Momo
Momo is one of Nepal's most beloved dishes, representing the rich culinary tradition of the region.
Momo — a staple of Nepal's cuisine
Nepal's Favourite Dumpling Momo are steamed dumplings and arguably Nepal's most beloved snack, brought from Tibet and made thoroughly Nepali. Thin wrappers are stuffed with spiced minced buffalo, chicken, pork or vegetables, pleated shut, and steamed, then served with a fiery tomato-and-sesame dipping sauce called achar.
A National Obsession Found everywhere from street carts to smart restaurants, momo come steamed, fried (kothey), or simmered in soup (jhol momo). They are the default treat, snack and casual meal across the country, and Kathmandu in particular is dotted with shops devoted to them.
What to Expect
A plate of momo comes hot from the steamer with a bowl of red, nutty, chilli-spiked achar for dipping. Whether steamed, pan-fried or floating in spiced jhol soup, they are Nepal's go-to snack, eaten everywhere from street stalls to family kitchens.
Why Try It
They are the country's favourite comfort food and street snack, a Himalayan dumpling with a distinctly Nepali dipping sauce.
Insider Tips
Try jhol momo, served in a spiced, soupy sauce, for a different take on the classic.
The dipping achar is the heart of the dish; sample different shops' versions.
Buffalo (buff) momo are the traditional Kathmandu Valley filling.
