Spiced Tibetan Beef Momos
Steamed Tibetan dumplings filled with ground beef, ginger, and spices, served with a tangy dipping sauce. This tibetan-inspired asian ready in about 50 minutes pairs ground beef, cabbage, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz ground beef
- 1/2 cup cabbage
- 1/4 cup onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1-inch piece ginger
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 12 oz all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1/4 cup scallions dipping sauce
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, combine 12 oz ground beef, 1/2 cup finely chopped cabbage, 1/4 cup finely chopped onion, 2 cloves garlic minced, 1-inch piece ginger minced, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, and salt to taste. Mix thoroughly with hands until fully incorporated.
- Step 2: In a separate bowl, mix 12 oz all-purpose flour, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 cup water to form a dough. Knead for 5 minutes until smooth, cover, and rest for 30 minutes.
- Step 3: Roll dough into a thin sheet on a floured surface, cut into 3-inch circles using a glass.
- Step 4: Place 1 tablespoon filling in the center of each circle, fold in half to form a half-moon, and crimp edges with a fork to seal.
- Step 5: Place dumplings in a steamer basket lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each. Steam over boiling water for 10 minutes until dough is translucent and filling is cooked.
- Step 6: Mix 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1/4 cup chopped scallions for dipping sauce.
- Step 7: Serve steamed dumplings hot with dipping sauce.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spiced Tibetan Beef Momos take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (30 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Spiced Tibetan Beef Momos?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground beef from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Tibetan Beef Momos?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Spiced Tibetan Beef Momos for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Spiced Tibetan Beef Momos?
Tibetan asian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The aroma while cooking this was absolutely heavenly.
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The step-by-step instructions were super clear. Turned out perfect on my first try.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
