Momos are everyone's favorite snack these days. Often, they're considered unhealthy because they're fried or contain too much flour. If you want to enjoy momos while maintaining your health, spinach momos are a great option. They offer both the nutrition of spinach and the flavor of momos. Let's learn an easy way to make them.

Why choose spinach momos?

Spinach is rich in iron, calcium, and vitamins A and C.

It boosts immunity and is especially beneficial in winter.

A fun way to introduce green vegetables to children.

Ingredients
For the dough:

Finely chopped vegetables (cabbage, carrots, bell peppers) – 1 cup
Ginger-garlic paste – 1 teaspoon
Green chili – 1 (finely chopped)
Soy sauce – 1 teaspoon
Salt – to taste
Oil – 1 tablespoon

Step 1: Prepare the spinach puree
Wash the spinach thoroughly and boil it.
When cool, grind it in a mixer to make a smooth puree.

Step 2: Knead the dough
Add salt and oil to the flour.
Add the spinach puree and knead it into a soft dough.
Cover and let it rest for 15 minutes.

Step 3: Prepare the filling
Heat oil in a pan.
Add the ginger-garlic paste and green chilies and fry.
Add the vegetables and cook lightly for 2-3 minutes.

Add soy sauce and salt and mix.

Let the filling cool.

Step 4: Making the Momos
Make small balls of dough and roll them into thin sheets.
Place the filling in the center and fold the edges to close.
Cook the momos in a steamer for 10-12 minutes.

Step 5: Serve
Serve hot spinach momos with chili sauce or tomato chutney. You can also serve them tandoori or pan-fried.

Health Tips
Use wheat flour or a wheat-wheat mixture instead of refined flour.

Avoid fried momos; steamed momos are healthier.
Add paneer or tofu to the filling to increase the protein content.
Spinach momos are the perfect combination of taste and health. They're easy to make and will be enjoyed by everyone, from children to adults. Next time you feel like making momos, be sure to try this healthy twist.

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