One steamed momo is 35 calories. Sounds incredibly light. Then you eat 8 of them (280 cal), dip them in spicy mayo (100 cal), and the ‘healthy steamed snack’ becomes a 380-calorie affair. Fried momos? Each one is 60-70 cal. 8 fried momos = 480-560 cal. The cooking method changes everything.
This is the complete calorie breakdown for momos. Every variant, every preparation method, every portion size that matters in an Indian kitchen. No generic database numbers. Real Indian servings, honestly measured.
Protein: 1.2g · Carbs: 5g · Fat: 1g · Fibre: 0.3g
Full calorie breakdown
The calorie count for momos varies significantly depending on size, stuffing, and preparation method. Here’s every variant you’ll encounter, from the lightest to the heaviest.
| Variant | Serving | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steamed veg momo (1) | 25g | 30-40 | 1.2g |
| Steamed chicken momo (1) | 25g | 40-50 | 2.5g |
| Fried veg momo (1) | 30g | 60-70 | 1.5g |
| Fried chicken momo (1) | 30g | 70-80 | 3g |
| Tandoori momo (1) | 30g | 70-85 | 2g |
| 8 steamed veg + chutney | ~220g | 270-330 | 10g |
| 8 fried + mayo | ~280g | 560-660 | 14g |
The gap between Steamed veg momo (1) (30 cal) and 8 fried + mayo (560 cal) is significant. Same food category, very different calorie cost. What you choose and how it’s prepared matters more than most people realise.
Is momos good for weight loss?
Momos at 35 calories is neither particularly light nor particularly heavy. It’s a moderate-calorie Indian food that fits comfortably in most diet plans when portion-controlled.
On a 1,500-calorie diet, one serving of momos takes up about 2% of your daily budget. That leaves room for two other proper meals and a snack or two. Not restrictive at all.
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Momos at 35 calories per serving is a solid choice for weight loss when portion-controlled. Track it, account for it, and it fits in any Indian diet plan.
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How momos fits in your daily calories
Here’s what including momos looks like at different calorie targets:
1200 cal/day (Aggressive weight loss): Easy fit. Only 3% of your budget. Plenty of room for other meals and snacks.
1500 cal/day (Steady weight loss): Easy fit. Only 2% of your budget. Plenty of room for other meals and snacks.
2000 cal/day (Maintenance): Easy fit. Only 2% of your budget. Plenty of room for other meals and snacks.
How to reduce calories when eating momos
Steamed always, fried never (on a diet). 8 steamed momos: 280 cal. 8 fried: 520 cal. Same filling, 240 cal difference. The frying nearly doubles the calories.
Skip the mayo dip. Red chutney: 10-15 cal per serving. Mayo-based dip: 80-100 cal. The dip can add 30% to the meal’s total calories.
Chicken momos have more protein. Steamed chicken momo: 45 cal, 2.5g protein per piece. Veg: 35 cal, 1.2g protein. The chicken version is more filling per calorie.
Tandoori momos are the worst. Tandoori momos are fried THEN grilled with butter/oil. Each one: 70-80 cal. 8 tandoori momos = 560-640 cal. They are the calorie trap disguised as a ‘healthier’ option.
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Nutritional values based on IFCT (Indian Food Composition Tables) and USDA databases. Values vary with ingredients, size, and preparation. Informational content, not medical or dietary advice.