momo
n. countable C2 Proficiency mo·mo
n. a type of steamed or fried dumpling from Tibet and Nepal. It usually has a meat or vegetable filling and is served with a spicy sauce.
n. a traditional South Asian dumpling, typically associated with Tibetan and Nepalese cuisine, consisting of a dough wrapper filled with minced meat or vegetables. Often served with a tomato-based dipping sauce known as achar.
We ordered a plate of vegetable momos for lunch.
The street vendor in Kathmandu served steaming hot momos to a long line of hungry commuters.
While traditionally steamed in bamboo baskets, modern variations of the momo include deep-fried and pan-seared versions that cater to diverse international palates.
Usage
Commonly used in the plural form when referring to a serving or a meal.