Low Sodium Chicken Momo

Elevate your dumpling game with this irresistible recipe for Low Sodium Chicken Momo, a healthier twist on the beloved Himalayan street food staple. Perfect for those watching their salt intake, these tender steamed dumplings are filled with a flavorful mix of minced chicken, fresh vegetables like carrot and cabbage, aromatic garlic and ginger, and a hint of green chili for a subtle kick. The dough is made from scratch, ensuring a perfectly soft wrapper that complements the juicy filling. A touch of low-sodium soy sauce and sesame oil enhances the flavors without overpowering the dish, making it a guilt-free delight. Simple to prepare and ready in just over an hour, these chicken momos are perfect as a light meal or appetizer. Serve them fresh out of the steamer with a low-sodium dipping sauce or chutney for a satisfying and wholesome dining experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Boneless chicken breast
• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 1 medium Onion
• 4 cloves Garlic
• 1 inch Ginger
• 1 medium Carrot
• 100 grams Cabbage
• 1 small Green chili
• 1 teaspoon Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro
• 150 ml Water
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the dough. In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and baking powder. Gradually add water, kneading until a smooth dough forms. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Step 2

Meanwhile, prepare the filling. Finely chop the chicken breast into small pieces or pulse in a food processor to get a minced consistency.

Step 3

Finely dice the onion, garlic, and ginger. Grate the carrot and finely chop the cabbage and green chili.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine minced chicken, onion, garlic, ginger, grated carrot, cabbage, and green chili.

Step 5

Add soy sauce (low sodium), sesame oil, black pepper, and chopped cilantro to the chicken mixture. Mix well to combine all ingredients.

Step 6

Divide the rested dough into small, equal portions and roll each into a ball.

Step 7

Using a rolling pin, flatten each ball into a round thin sheet, about 3 inches in diameter.

Step 8

Place a tablespoon of the chicken filling in the center of each dough sheet. Gather the edges and pleat to seal the filling inside, forming a neatly packed dumpling.

Step 9

Prepare a steamer by bringing water to a boil and lightly greasing the steamer basket with olive oil.

Step 10

Carefully place the momos in the steamer, ensuring they do not touch each other.

Step 11

Steam the dumplings for about 15-20 minutes, or until the dough is cooked and the filling is tender.

Step 12

Serve hot with your favorite low-sodium dipping sauce or chutney.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1191.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1889.0

Total Fat 45.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.2g
Cholesterol 344mg	0%
Sodium 1817.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 225.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.7g	0%
Total Sugars 13.9g
Protein 143.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 225.1mg	0%
Iron 15.6mg	0%
Potassium 2178.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.7%

Protein: 30.4%

Carbs: 47.9%