Momo as comfort food — exactly what I needed

Some dishes exist to comfort and Momo is absolutely in that category. The simply seasoned and clean quality works on something almost primal — you feel the warmth of it immediately. mustard oil does work that no substitute can replicate.

dal bhat power for 24 hours is a trekking mantra reflecting how central the dish is to Nepali daily life. There's something about the a Sherpa kitchen in the mountains context that reinforces the comfort effect. nimbu pani alongside is the traditional way and it makes complete sense. I come back to this dish when I need something dependable and restorative.