Spicy Momo Dumplings with Tangy Dipping Sauce

Steamed dumplings filled with spiced ground chicken and vegetables, served with a zesty tamarind-based dipping sauce.

Cuisine: Asian

Category: Quick Meals

Prep: 45 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb ground chicken
• 1/2 cup cabbage
• 1/4 cup carrots
• 1/4 cup green onions
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 tsp ginger
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1/4 tsp chili flakes
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup warm water
• 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1/2 lb ground chicken, 1/2 cup chopped cabbage, 1/4 cup chopped carrots, 1/4 cup chopped green onions, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp grated ginger, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1/2 tsp cumin, 1/4 tsp chili flakes, and salt to taste. Mix thoroughly and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
2. Step 2: For the dough, mix 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 cup warm water until a soft dough forms. Knead for 5 minutes, cover, and let rest for 30 minutes.
3. Step 3: Roll the dough into thin circles (about 4 inches in diameter) and place 2 tablespoons of filling in the center of each. Fold and seal the edges to form half-moons, pressing firmly to seal.
4. Step 4: Place the dumplings in a steamer basket lined with parchment paper and steam over boiling water for 10 minutes until the dough is translucent and cooked through.
5. Step 5: While dumplings cook, whisk 1/4 cup tamarind paste, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp sugar, and 1/4 cup warm water to make the dipping sauce.
6. Step 6: Serve the steamed momo with the tangy dipping sauce on the side.