Jul 09 2026

Chicken Momo Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Make Chicken Momo Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Dough

Dipping Sauce

Method

Dough

  1. 1

    Combine dry ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt until evenly distributed.

  2. 2

    Add liquids and oil

    Make a well in the center, pour in water and oil, gradually mixing to form a shaggy dough.

  3. 3

    Knead and rest

    Knead on a lightly floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and rest 15-20 minutes.

Filling

  1. 4

    Prepare filling

    In a bowl, combine ground chicken, onion, garlic, ginger, and green onions.

  2. 5

    Season filling

    Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and white pepper. Mix until well combined.

Assemble & Steam

  1. 6

    Roll wrappers

    Divide dough into 24 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a 3-inch circle.

  2. 7

    Fill and pleat

    Place 1-1.5 teaspoons filling in the center. Pleat and seal the edges to form a momo shape.

  3. 8

    Prepare for steaming

    Line a steamer basket with parchment or cabbage leaves and place dumplings with space between.

  4. 9

    Steam momo

    Steam over boiling water for 12-15 minutes, until the filling is cooked through and the wrappers are translucent.

Sauce

  1. 10

    Make dipping sauce

    In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili oil, and sesame seeds.

Serving

  1. 11

    Serve

    Serve hot momo with dipping sauce on the side.

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