Different Types of Momos Around The World

2 Sep,2024

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Kothey Momos: A pan-fried version that is crispy on one side and steamed on the other. Jhol Momos: Served in a flavorful broth or jhol, typically spicy and tangy, perfect for adding warmth on a cold day.

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Nepali Momos

Sha Momos: Traditionally filled with yak meat in Tibet, though now also made with beef or other meats. Tingmo: Not exactly a momo, but a steamed bread roll that often accompanies Tibetan dishes including momos.

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Tibetan Momos

Ema Datshi Momos: Filled with the spicy Bhutanese chili and cheese mixture known as Ema Datshi, providing a unique heat and creamy texture.

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Bhutanese Momos

Jiaozi: Crescent-shaped dumplings often filled with pork, cabbage, and scallions, popular throughout China. Baozi: Steamed buns that are similar to momos but usually have a thicker dough and are filled with a variety of ingredients, from meats to sweet red bean paste. Xiaolongbao: Also known as soup dumplings, these are delicate dumplings filled with meat and broth that burst open when bitten into.

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Chinese Dumplings

Gyoza: Japanese-style dumplings that are pan-fried on one side and steamed on the other, typically filled with ground pork, garlic, and cabbage. Shumai: Originally a Chinese dumpling, but also popular in Japan, often filled with ground meat or seafood.

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Japanese Dumplings

Mandu: Korean dumplings that can be steamed, boiled, pan-fried, or deep-fried, filled with various ingredients like pork, tofu, kimchi, and vegetables.

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Korean Dumplings

Buuz: A traditional Mongolian steamed dumpling filled with minced mutton or beef, seasoned with garlic and onions.

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Mongolian Dumplings

Manti: Popular in Turkey, Uzbekistan, and other Central Asian countries, these dumplings are usually steamed or boiled and filled with spiced minced meat, often lamb or beef.

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Central Asian Dumplings

Pierogi: Filled dumplings that are boiled and then often fried, traditionally stuffed with potatoes, cheese, meats, or fruits.

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Polish Dumplings

Pelmeni: Small, meat-filled dumplings that are boiled and served with sour cream or in a broth.

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Russian Dumplings