Momo Dumplings (Gluten-Free)

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground chicken or pork
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 tbsp Ginger-garlic paste
• 1/4 cup Cilantro
• 2 tbsp Soy sauce (gluten-free)
• 1 tsp Sesame oil
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 30-40 Gluten-free dumpling wrappers

Instructions

1. 1In a medium bowl, combine the 1 lb ground chicken or pork with the 1 medium onion (finely chopped), 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste, 1/4 cup cilantro (chopped), 2 tbsp gluten-free soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1/2 tsp salt. Mix everything together thoroughly with your hands or a spoon until well combined.
2. 2Lay out the 30-40 gluten-free dumpling wrappers on a clean, dry surface. Place about 1 tablespoon of the filling mixture in the center of each wrapper.
3. 3Dip your finger in a small bowl of water and moisten the outer edge of one half of the dumpling wrapper. Fold the wrapper in half over the filling, pressing the edges firmly to seal and create a half-moon shape. You can pleat the edges if you like, or simply press them together firmly.
4. 4Prepare a steamer basket by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it to prevent sticking. Arrange the filled momos in a single layer in the steamer basket, ensuring they do not touch each other.
5. 5Place the steamer basket over a pot or wok filled with about 1 inch of boiling water. Cover tightly and steam the momos for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the wrappers are translucent and the filling is cooked through. The internal temperature of the filling should reach 165°F (74°C).
6. 6Alternatively, to pan-fry: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil (not listed, use water if necessary) in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat (375°F / 190°C). Place the momos in the skillet in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottoms are golden brown. Carefully add about 1/4 cup of water to the skillet, cover immediately, and steam for 8-10 minutes, or until the water has evaporated and the momos are cooked through. The internal temperature of the filling should reach 165°F (74°C).
7. 7Serve the momos immediately while hot. They can be served with additional gluten-free soy sauce or chili sauce for dipping.

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