Steamed Tibetan Momo Dumplings with Yak Meat and Ginger

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-28 · Updated 2026-04-28

Delicate steamed dumplings filled with tender yak meat, fresh ginger, and aromatic spices, served with a tangy dipping sauce. This Asian-inspired dumpling recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs all-purpose flour, water, fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, 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

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup water
• 1 cup ground yak meat (or lean ground beef/lamb)
• 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger
• 2 finely chopped green onions
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp for dough vegetable oil
• as needed water for steaming

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups all-purpose flour and 1 tsp vegetable oil. Gradually add 3/4 cup water while stirring until a firm dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 8 minutes until smooth, cover with a damp cloth and rest for 30 minutes.
2. Step 2: Meanwhile, mix 1 cup ground yak meat, 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger, 2 finely chopped green onions, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp salt in a bowl until well combined and aromatic.
3. Step 3: Divide the dough into 20 equal pieces, roll each into a 3-inch diameter thin circle. Place 1 tbsp of the meat filling in the center of each circle, then pleat and seal the edges tightly to form dumplings.
4. Step 4: Prepare a steamer by bringing water to a boil. Place dumplings on parchment paper or cabbage leaves inside the steamer basket and steam over high heat for 12-15 minutes until the dough is tender and the filling is cooked through.
5. Step 5: Serve hot with a dipping sauce made from soy sauce, vinegar, and chili flakes if desired.