Are Momos Healthy? The Nutritional Truth Nobody Tells You
Momos often get lumped into the "street food junk" category. But the truth is far more nuanced — and encouraging.
**What's Actually in a Momo?**
A standard 6-piece steamed chicken momo contains approximately:
- Calories: 210–240 kcal
- Protein: 14–16g
- Carbohydrates: 22–26g
- Fat: 5–7g
For comparison, a burger has 450–600 kcal with far less protein.
**Steaming: The Healthiest Cooking Method**
Steaming preserves nutrients that frying destroys. Steamed momos retain B vitamins, iron, and zinc from the meat filling.
**The Vegetable Advantage**
Our veg momos contain cabbage, carrot, and coriander — all nutrient-dense vegetables. Cabbage, in particular, is high in Vitamin K and C.
**The Chutney Factor**
Tomato-based chutney provides lycopene (a powerful antioxidant). Ginger in the filling has well-documented anti-inflammatory properties.
**Where to Be Careful**
- Fried momos (double the calories)
- Mayonnaise-based dips
- Over-salted fillings from cheap vendors
**The GOS MOMO Difference**
We use fresh ingredients daily. No MSG, no artificial preservatives. Our steamed momo is genuinely one of the healthier fast-food options you can choose.
So yes — you can enjoy your momos without guilt. Just skip the fried version.
