Whole30 Steamed Chicken Momos

Experience a guilt-free twist on a beloved classic with these Whole30 Steamed Chicken Momos, a wholesome and flavorful take on traditional dumplings. Crafted with a grain-free dough made from coconut flour and arrowroot powder, these momos are perfect for those following a Whole30 or paleo lifestyle. The savory filling is a delightful medley of ground chicken, fresh ginger, garlic, cilantro, and shredded carrot, seasoned with coconut aminos for a naturally gluten-free, soy-free burst of umami. Steamed to perfection, these tender dumplings pair beautifully with a Whole30-compliant dipping sauce, making them an irresistible appetizer or light meal. Ready in under an hour, they’re a satisfying way to enjoy dumplings while staying on track with your health goals.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:42 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Coconut flour
• 0.5 cup Arrowroot powder
• 0.75 cup Hot water
• 1 pound Ground chicken
• 0.5 cup Onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Ginger, minced
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup Carrot, shredded
• 2 tablespoons Coconut aminos
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil (optional, for flavor)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine coconut flour and arrowroot powder. Slowly add hot water while stirring to form a dough. Knead it gently until smooth. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 10 minutes.

Step 2

Meanwhile, prepare the filling by combining ground chicken, chopped onion, minced garlic, minced ginger, cilantro, shredded carrot, coconut aminos, sesame oil (optional), salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Mix thoroughly.

Step 3

Divide the rested dough into small, equal-sized balls (about 1 inch in diameter). On a clean surface dusted lightly with arrowroot powder, roll out each ball into a thin circle, about 3-4 inches in diameter.

Step 4

Place a spoonful of the chicken filling in the center of each dough circle. Carefully fold and pleat the edges together to seal, forming a traditional momo shape or a half-moon shape.

Step 5

Prepare a steaming pot or steamer basket. Line it with parchment paper (or brush lightly with compliant oil) to prevent sticking. Place the momos in the steamer, ensuring they do not touch each other.

Step 6

Steam the momos over medium heat for 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken filling is fully cooked and the dough turns slightly translucent.

Step 7

Carefully remove the momos from the steamer. Serve hot with a side of Whole30-compliant dipping sauce, such as a coconut aminos-based chili sauce or a simple tomato salsa.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1100.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1760.5

Total Fat 59.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 384.7mg	0%
Sodium 3386.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 212.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 56.8g	0%
Total Sugars 23.1g
Protein 115.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 246.8mg	0%
Iron 15.3mg	0%
Potassium 3700.0mg	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: 29.1%

Protein: 24.9%

Carbs: 46.0%