MOMO HOUSE specializes in Momos, a dumpling popular in Nepal, parts of Tibet and India. We strive to bring the best traditional flavors of Momos. We take care to prepare each dish according to the ancient traditions, using only the finest ingredients and authentic recipes.
Momo is a type of steamed bun with some form of filling. Momo is a traditional delicacy in Nepal, Tibet and among Nepalese/Tibetan communities in Bhutan, Sikkim and Darjeeling district. It is one of the most popular fast foods in Nepal. Momos have also spread to other countries like USA (some parts), UK and India.
Momos (Dumplings) hold a place of honor in virtually every national cuisine. It is known as Tshu Mai and Potstickers in Chinese, Gyoza in Japanese, Pelmeni in Russian, Ravioli and Gnocchi in Italian, Pierogi in Polish, Sadza in Zimbabwean, Fufu in Ghanaian, Papas Rellenas in Peruvian, Konigsberger Klopse in German, Buuz in Mongolian and Mandu in Korean.
The dish is believed to be of Nepali origin. Since this dish was initially popular among the Nepalese community of the Kathmandu Valley, one prevalent belief is that traveling Newar merchants brought the recipe and the name momo from Kathmandu, Nepal where it was a traditional delicacy for centuries. They modified the seasonings of the dish with available ingredients, such as water buffalo, and kept the same name.
