Does the name crunchy momos make your mouth water? Do you find it hard to refuse crunchy momos whenever someone offers them to you? Well, who can blame you, as their irresistible crispiness makes anyone want to devour them. While these definitely satisfy our crunchy cravings, we cannot ignore the fact that they are quite unhealthy. Crunchy momos are deep-fried – something we want to avoid when we try to live a healthy lifestyle. But guess what? You can turn this deep-fried snack into a healthier, guilt-free version. We recently found a recipe for high-protein crunchy momos that will blow your taste buds away. These are just as delicious and can be prepared in just under 30 minutes!
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What makes these crunchy momos so good?
Kurkure momos are usually deep-fried, but these are prepared in an air fryer. This reduces the calorie count significantly, making them better than regular kurkure momos. Also, the filling is made from paneer and tofu, making them rich in protein. These are ideal for those who want to enjoy the same taste without compromising on their health.
What are crispy momos made of?
The filling includes tofu and paneer, but you can omit the tofu if you don’t like the taste. You can also prepare the filling with just paneer and it will taste just as good. If you decide to omit the tofu, don’t forget to increase the amount of paneer.
How to ensure crispy momos turn out crunchy?
The crunchy texture of Kurkure Momos is the reason why they are loved so much. To achieve this, make sure you arrange them evenly in the air fryer basket. This allows the food to cook evenly, leading to a super crispy texture. Also, don’t forget to apply some oil on the momos before placing them in the basket.
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Crunchy Momos Recipe | How to make high-protein crunchy momos
The recipe for these high-protein crispy momos was shared by nutritionist Vaishali Garg on her Instagram. Start by preparing the stuffing. Heat oil in a pan and add chopped garlic, onions, cabbage and carrots to it. Next, add crumbled paneer and tofu to it, followed by soya sauce, vinegar, garam masala, black pepper and salt. Mix it well and keep it aside. Now, prepare the batter by mixing cornstarch with gram flour, salt and Kashmiri red chilli powder. Make a dough using flour, divide it into equal parts and roll it out. Place the prepared paneer stuffing in the centre and shape it into a momo by sealing the edges well. Dip the momos in the gram flour batter, then coat them with jowar flakes
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With this easy recipe, you can enjoy your favourite crunchy momos without any guilt. So what are you waiting for? Try them today and make your snack time even more fun!
