Steam Momo
Steam Momo
Outer layer (wrapper): Soft, slightly chewy, mild in flavor (like plain dough)
Inside filling:
Veg momos: Light, fresh, slightly crunchy (cabbage, carrot, onion)
Overall flavor: Mild on its own, but becomes spicy, tangy, and flavorful when eaten with red chili chutney or mayo dip
Texture experience:
First bite β soft and warm
Middle β juicy filling bursts with flavor
Aftertaste β spicy kick (if chutney is used)
Tandoori Momo
Smoky & grilled flavor: The biggest highlightβcomes from the tandoor or high-heat roasting
Spicy & tangy coating: Marinated in curd (dahi), red chili, and spices β gives a bold, chatpata taste
Outer layer: Slightly crispy, roasted, and a little buttery
Inside filling:
Paneer/Veg: Soft, mildly creamy with spices
Overall experience:
First bite β smoky + spicy hit π₯
Middle β juicy filling balances the spice
Aftertaste β tangy, slightly creamy, and lingering heat
Gravy Momo
Gravy: Spicy, tangy, slightly creamy (made with tomato, onion, garlic, chili, and spices)
Momos: Soft and juicy inside, soaked with the flavorful sauce
Overall taste: Chatpata, bold, and a little buttery
Outside β soft or slightly crispy (if fried first)
Inside β juicy filling
Sauce β thick, smooth, and coats every bite
Spicy π₯
Tangy π
Slightly creamy π§
Fried Momo
Outer layer: Golden, crispy, slightly oily
Inside filling: Juicy and flavorful (veg or chicken)
Overall taste: Crunchy + savory + mildly spicy
Outside β crispy & crunchy
Inside β soft & juicy
Spicy red chutney
Green chutney or mayo
Kurkure Momo
Kurkure momos are ultra-crispy momos coated with crushed flakes (like cornflakes/breadcrumbs) and deep-fried.
Outer layer: Extra crunchy, spicy, and slightly tangy
Coating: Crispy flakes give a βkurkureβ (crunchy) feel
Inside filling: Soft, juicy (veg or chicken)
Overall taste: Crunchy + spicy + chatpata + addictive
Outside β super crispy & crunchy
Inside β soft & juicy
Red chili chutney π₯
Green chutney πΏ
Mayo or spicy dip
Schezwan Momo
Sauce: Spicy, garlicky, slightly tangy with a hint of sweetness
Momos: Usually fried or steamed, then tossed in sauce
Overall taste: Hot π₯ + tangy + umami-rich (strong flavor)
Outside β slightly crispy or soft (depending on type)
Inside β juicy filling
Sauce β thick, glossy, coats every momo
High spice π₯π₯
Strong garlic taste π§
Chatpata & street-style
Spring onions garnish
Extra Schezwan chutney
Sometimes onion salad