Lee's Incredible Momos

Momos are traditional Tibetan steamed dumplings. These are made with beef, spinach and onion as the main ingredients. Very easy to make and disappear quickly!

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 60 mins
• Calories: 315 Calories

Ingredients

• salt to taste
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 1 pound extra-lean ground beef
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger root
• 8 ounces spinach, rinsed and chopped
• 1 tablespoon chili oil
• 12 wonton wrappers
• 1 (1/2 inch) piece fresh ginger root, grated

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring 3 inches of water in a large pot of water to a boil. You may also do this with a wok and steamer baskets.

Step 2

In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, onion, spinach, garlic, 1 teaspoon ginger, green onion, cilantro and salt. Place a spoonful of the filling onto a wonton wrapper; fold and crimp to seal. If necessary, wet the edges with water. Repeat with remaining filling and wrappers.

Step 3

Set a steamer tray in the pot, and place the momos on the steamer. Steam over rapidly boiling water for 30 minutes. Serve with the dipping sauce.

Step 4

To make the dipping sauce, mix together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili oil and grated ginger in a small bowl.