Momo is one of Nepal’s most recognizable foods. It is widely eaten in restaurants, street stalls, homes, and diaspora communities.
Momo connects urban food culture, migration, Tibetan-influenced foodways, youth culture, and modern Nepali identity.
Common forms include steamed momo, fried momo, kothey momo, jhol momo, and variations with meat, vegetables, cheese, or mixed fillings.
This page connects with Kathmandu food culture, Tibetan-influenced foods, street food in Nepal, and Nepali food abroad.