Momo menus tend to look the same from a distance: the same dumpling, the same names, a different word in front. At Momo Cook Truck in Fremont, those words matter. The ordering page lists five momo dishes, and the difference between a plain one, a chili one and a fried one is the difference between a calm steamed dumpling and a spicy, sauced or crisp one. This guide explains what each is, who it suits, and what to add to the order.
What a momo is
Wikipedia describes momo as dumplings that originated in Nepal and Tibet and are also widely eaten in Bangladesh, Bhutan and India. The wrapper is a simple dough of wheat flour and water. Fillings range from minced meat such as chicken, pork or goat to vegetables, tofu and cheeses like paneer. Momo are traditionally steamed, though they can also be pan-fried or deep-fried, and they are usually served with a chutney or a dipping sauce.
Momo Cook Truck builds its list around that idea. Every momo dish on the ordering page is 8 pieces, served with a house-made tomato, sesame and garlic sauce. You pick the filling (paneer or chicken) and the cooking style (steamed, chili or fried).
Steamed momo: Paneer Momo and Chicken Momo
Start here if you have never had momo. The Paneer Momo and Chicken Momo are the steamed versions, filled with paneer or chicken, onion, ginger and spices. Steaming is the traditional method Wikipedia describes, and it gives you the dumpling with nothing added on top of it.
Order a steamed momo if:
- It is your first momo and you want to taste the dumpling itself.
- You want to taste the filling before the sauce.
- You want a milder order to pair with a spicier side.
Menu card — Chicken Momo
Listed on the Momo Cook Truck ordering page as 8 pieces filled with chicken, onion, ginger and spices, served with a house-made tomato, sesame and garlic sauce.
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Chili momo: Paneer Chili Momo and Chicken Chili Momo
The chili versions, Paneer Chili Momo and Chicken Chili Momo, are described as sautéed in a house-made Indo-Chinese chili sauce. That puts them closer to the stir-fried dishes on the rest of the menu than to a plain dumpling. If you like a sauce on your food, this is the style to pick.
Order a chili momo if:
- You want a saucy, spicy plate instead of a dumpling dipped in sauce.
- You like Indo-Chinese flavors such as the ones in the noodles and the manchurian on the same menu.
- You want paneer but not a plain steamed version.
Menu card — Paneer Chili Momo
Listed on the Momo Cook Truck ordering page as 8 pieces sautéed in a house-made Indo-Chinese chili sauce.
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Fried momo: Chicken Fried Momo
The Chicken Fried Momo is described as having a crispy exterior. Wikipedia notes that momo can be deep-fried as well as steamed, and this is the dish for that style. It is the one to pick if you like texture.
Order Chicken Fried Momo if:
- You prefer crispy food to soft food.
- You want a crunchy order to eat with your hands.
- You have already tried the steamed version and want a change.
Menu card — Chicken Fried Momo
Listed on the Momo Cook Truck ordering page as 8 pieces with a crispy exterior, served with a house-made tomato, sesame and garlic sauce.
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Which momo should you order first?
- First time: Chicken Momo or Paneer Momo, steamed.
- Vegetarian: Paneer Momo for a mild order, or Paneer Chili Momo for a spicy one.
- Spice lovers: Chicken Chili Momo.
- Texture: Chicken Fried Momo.
If two people are ordering, take two different styles and share. That way you taste the difference between steamed and chili without committing to one.
What to order beside the momo
The menu goes beyond momo. Items worth pairing with them, as listed on the ordering page:
- Veggi Hakka Noodles, listed as vegan, or the Chicken Hakka Noodles and Egg Hakka Noodles for a noodle side.
- Veggi Manchurian Balls-Semi Gravy or Special Chicken 65 as a shared starter.
- Chicken Chili Lolipop or Honey Chili Potatoes for something spicy.
- Mango Lassi to cool things down.
Ordering for a group
A plate of 8 momo is easy to split, so a group order can mix styles. Add one order per person or one of each style for the table, plus a noodle dish or two. The menu does not say how many people each dish serves, so ask when you order.
Location and how to order
Momo Cook Truck’s ordering page lists 40967 Fremont Blvd, Fremont, CA 94538. Check the page for the opening time on the day you order. The restaurant’s website also links to its social accounts if you want to see what the truck is doing.
Order through Momo Cook Truck’s own page rather than a third-party app. The restaurant receives the full order with no app commission.
FAQ
How many pieces come in an order of momo at Momo Cook Truck?
The ordering page lists each of the five momo dishes as 8 pieces, served with a house-made tomato, sesame and garlic sauce.
What is the difference between a steamed momo and a chili momo?
The steamed momo (Paneer Momo and Chicken Momo) are filled with paneer or chicken, onion, ginger and spices. The chili versions (Paneer Chili Momo and Chicken Chili Momo) are described as sautéed in a house-made Indo-Chinese chili sauce.
Does Momo Cook Truck have a vegetarian momo?
Yes. Paneer Momo and Paneer Chili Momo are the two paneer options on the ordering page. The menu also lists Veggi Hakka Noodles with a vegan label.
What is a momo?
Wikipedia describes momo as dumplings that originated in Nepal and Tibet and are also eaten in Bangladesh, Bhutan and India. The wrapper is a dough of wheat flour and water, and momo are traditionally steamed, though they can also be pan-fried or deep-fried.
Where is Momo Cook Truck?
The ordering page lists 40967 Fremont Blvd, Fremont, CA 94538. Check the ordering page for current opening times before you go.
Order momo from Momo Cook Truck
Pick your filling, pick your style, and order straight from the truck. Ordering direct means Momo Cook Truck gets the full order with no third-party commission.
