Remember all that fuss over chowmein? It’s the sumptuous ol’ momo’s turn now.
BJP MLC Ramesh Arora has created a flutter with his bizarre and heart-breaking demand to ban momos – one of the most popular street foods and the staple diet of new age millennials.
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Citing health concerns, the MLA has asked for the boycott of momos, causing much pain to innumerable food lovers who dote on the dumplings. What is not to love about momos? They are easy on the pocket and are available at every street corner!
So, before momos are declared anti-national officially, rush to places that serve this delicious dish. You never know, kal ho na ho.
Here’s a little help from us:
1. QD’s
The trailblazer in experimenting with momos, QD’s is credited for popularising the oh-so-delicious tandoori momos. This desi rendition of momos is one to die for. The food joint has spread its wings in various parts of the city and the menu keeps on expanding – giving you more and more options. Head straight to QD’s for your fill of tandoori momos.
Price: Starting at Rs 155 for one plate of veg tandoori momos.
2. Nagaland’s Kitchen
Located in Green Park, Nagaland’s Kitchen is quite a hit among momo lovers. The chicken and pork momos are especially beloved by the regulars at this restaurant. Though the prices are a bit on the high side, we are told the momos here are totally worth it.
Price: Starting at Rs 200 for one plate.
3. Dolma Aunty Momos
If you've been to Lajpat Nagar, you’ve probably eaten at Dolma Aunty Momos. That is how popular this small joint is – which was, until recently, a stall serving hot, steamed momos with fiery red chutney. Yummm!
Dolma Aunty Momos has only seen a surge in the business since the early 90s when it opened. Rush to Dolma Aunty Momos, which is a now small joint.
Price: Starting at Rs 40 for one plate.
4. Momo’s Point
A popular hangout in North Campus, Delhi University, Momo’s Point is brimming with youngsters heading to the eatery for their fill. They have all varieties of momos – tandoori, steam and fried – and thankfully, without burning a hole in the pocket. No wonder students find the joint irresistible!
Price: Starting at Rs 89 for one plate.
5. WOW! Momo
It rains momos at this joint with unusual momo dishes making it to the menu. From corn and cheese fried momos to sizzler momos and chocolate momos, this place will get you hooked to its elaborate and yummy menu. Scattered all across Delhi, WOW’s joints have truly revolutionised the humble dumplings.
Price: Starting at Rs 115 for one plate.
6. Kit Kat Kitchens
Kit Kat Kitchens located in Nizamuddin is known to serve delicious momos. Their vegetable and chicken momos are tasty and affordable. What else do you need? Besides, in the absence of seating arrangements, they have momos delivered right to your doorstep. No extra effort needed!
Price: Starting at Rs 80 for one plate.
7. Brown Sugar
Cafe Brown Sugar located in Defence Colony and GK-1 is known for some of the best momos in town. Other than the regular momo varieties, they even serve wheat-filled momos for that healthy kick that you need. So head straight to Brown Sugar for your guilt-free momo indulgences.
Price: Starting at Rs 107 for one plate.
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