If you're searching for the best momos in San Jose or the greater Bay Area, look no further than our signature Titanic Jhol Momo. Momos are traditional Nepalese dumplings, but preparing them with the perfect "Jhol" (a savory, tangy, and mildly spicy sesame-tomato broth) elevates the experience entirely.
"The Jhol Momo is Nepal's pride. In Kathmandu, the cold mountain breeze is met with steaming dumplings resting in a hot, rich pool of spiced sesame broth."
— Head Chef, Everest Cuisine
A Legacy of Mountain Warmth
Dating back centuries in the Kathmandu Valley of Nepal, momos are a beloved comfort food. While steamed momos are popular, serving them in "Jhol" (broth) is a Kathmandu specialty. Historically, during chilly Himalayan winters, a hot bowl of sesame-tomato soup with steamed dumplings provided the ultimate restoration. Our Titanic Jhol Momo honors this traditional recipe, bringing authentic mountain warmth to the Bay Area.
At Everest Cuisine, we hand-fold hundreds of momos daily. We roll the wrappers thin to ensure a delicate bite, packing each dumpling with finely minced chicken or fresh seasoned vegetables, seasoned perfectly with our proprietary blend of Himalayan spices.
Inside the Kitchen: Crafting the Jhol
The magic of this dish lies in the "Jhol" broth, which we simmer for hours. We toast white sesame seeds, soybeans, and tomatoes to a perfect char before grinding them. This paste is slow-simmered with garlic, ginger, and a touch of Szechuan pepper (timur) to add that signature subtle numbing kick, resulting in a rich, tangy, and mildly spicy infusion that wraps around the dumplings like a warm hug.
Our Momo Selection
Titanic Chicken Jhol Momo
10 pieces chicken momo floating in special cold/warm jhol broth
Titanic Veg Jhol Momo
10 pieces veg momo floating in special cold/warm jhol broth
Chicken Steam Momo
Classic steamed dumplings served with tomato chutney
Veg Steam Momo
Fresh vegetable mix in a delicate wrapper
Tandoori Momo Chicken
Clay oven roasted and spiced to perfection
Chili Momo Chicken
Tossed in a spicy Indo-Chinese wok sauce
Why San Jose Loves the Titanic Jhol Momo
The name "Titanic" reflects the generous portion and the dumplings floating like majestic ships in a sea of rich sesame-tomato broth. The combination of succulent dumplings and the tangy, aromatic broth creates a flavor profile that is completely unique to Nepalese cuisine. It has quickly become our most ordered dish, drawing food lovers from all over Silicon Valley.