Taste this: Chicken momo ($10.99 as of July 16, 2024) at Momo House, 1548 Home Ave in Akron.Â
Creator: Sabitra Thulung, co-owner
Eye test: Ten steamed chicken momos, about the size of a typical dumpling, are served on each plate. They have an orange-yellowish tint from the savory and slightly spicy seasonings. The dough is thin and holds a chunk of chicken inside. The dish is served with hot sauce in the middle of the plate.
Process: Ingredients include chicken, cabbage, onion, cilantro, garlic ginger paste, Nepali masala and dough. Ingredients are mixed together, wrapped in the dough and steamed. (Typical spice is a level two).
Beverage pairing: Mango lassi is a yogurt drink that originated in India but is often available in Nepali restaurants.
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Sides: The meal includes a vegetable soup.
Backstory: Thulung loves to cook. She prepares all of her meals from the heart. “When customers are happy,” she said, “I am happy.”
Thulung is from Nepal. She’s been in the United States – and Akron– since 2007. She’s worked at Momo House since 2022.
Momo House history: Momo House celebrated its second anniversary on July 15. The family-owned restaurant is owned by Thulung and Hem Rai.
How to buy: Momo House is open Tuesdays through Sundays from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Besides dine-in, takeout and catering is also available.
