Momo has long been a favorite street food in Delhi, evolving from steamed to fried, tandoori, and even gravy variations. However, a new twist has sparked outrage online: the dry fruit paneer momo.
A viral video features a food vlogger encountering a vendor who claims he can make momos with dry fruits. The vlogger, with a plate of almonds, cashews, pistachios, and raisins, asks if the vendor can incorporate these into momos. The vendor agrees and begins by melting butter in a pan, frying the dry fruits, and then adding chopped onions, carrots, and capsicum. He stir-fries the mixture briefly before incorporating a large amount of mayonnaise, liquid cheese, cream, and oregano. Finally, he mixes in the fried momos and garnishes the dish with finely chopped almonds. The “special” dry fruit momo is priced at Rs 240 per plate.
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The video has garnered over seven million views and provoked a range of reactions, including from Swiggy Instamart, which responded with, “aayein (What!)”. Reactions from viewers include, “Momo X Zehar,” “I felt acidity when he poured liquid cheese,” and “The audacity to charge 240 for that.” Another user commented, “As being a Nepali I am traumatized and might be in a coma later.”