Delhi Man’s Viral Take: Momo vs Dim Sum—'Dono Me Bartan Ka Fark Hai'

In a humorous exchange that’s captured the internet’s attention, a curious man sought clarification on the difference between ‘momo’ and ‘dim sum’ from his friend in Delhi. The friend’s response, delivered with a touch of wit, has taken social media by storm.

When asked about the distinction between the two dishes, the Delhiite’s answer was straightforward yet amusing: “Bartan ka. Bamboo box mein aae to dim sum hain or plate mein aae to momo” — translating to “It’s all in the serving. If they come in a bamboo box, they’re dim sum. If they come on a plate, they’re momo.” This playful take quickly went viral on X (formerly Twitter), resonating with many for its simplicity and humor.

The Viral Post

The exchange was shared on September 1 by user Rishabh Kaushik, and it has since garnered over 120,000 views. The screenshot of the WhatsApp chat has spurred a wave of reactions, with users chiming in with their own humorous insights and observations.

Am I right or I am right?😭 pic.twitter.com/F9o8lUE9Sy

— Rishabh Kaushik (@RishabhKaushikk) September 1, 2024

Reactions and Interpretations

Commenters have offered their own spins on the momo versus dim sum debate:

• One user pointed out, “Momos are made from maida. Dim sums are made from rice-sheets.”
• Another added a humorous price-based distinction: “If you pay 100 Rs and eat by hand it’s Momos; if by chopsticks after paying 500 it’s dim sum.”
• A third commented on the accompaniments: “Momo k saath laal chutni, Dim sum k saath dip” — noting that momos come with chutney while dim sum is served with a dip.
• “Pehli baar mai bhi confuse ho gya tha dekh ke,” admitted another, reflecting on their own initial confusion.

The playful and relatable nature of the response has struck a chord with many, making it a delightful topic of conversation online.