Jhol momos are the dish people drive across London for. Freshly steamed dumplings are dropped into a bowl of jhol — a thin, brick-red broth built on roasted tomato, toasted sesame, peanut, garlic and Himalayan spice — so every momo arrives soaked in flavour.
Jhol means gravy or broth in Nepali, and the sauce is the whole point. Tomatoes and sesame are roasted before they are blended, which is what gives the jhol its smoky depth, and the broth is kept thin on purpose so you can drink what is left in the bowl.
We serve jhol momos with vegetable or chicken dumplings. They are the most talked-about plate on our menu and the reason a lot of guests from Southcrest, Wortley Village and White Oaks became regulars. Eat them with a spoon, and do not skip the broth.
The dumpling and the broth are two separate crafts, finished together at the pass.
Roasting before blending is the step most kitchens skip; it is what gives our jhol its smoky, nutty backbone.
The jhol is deliberately loose rather than thick, so it soaks into the wrapper instead of coating it.
The momos are steamed fresh and go into the broth at the last moment so they never turn soggy.
Jhol momos are bold, so the best partners are simple:
Google review
“Tried their momos for the first time and they were fantastic – especially the jhol momos with the spicy sauce. Service was fast even on a busy evening, and the prices are reasonable for the amount of food you get.”
Google review
“Authentic flavours that remind me of home. The hot and sour soup and momos are my favourites, and everything tastes fresh. It’s nice to have a proper Hakka and momo place in this part of the city.”
Google review
“Great Hakka food in South London. The chilli chicken and fried rice were perfectly cooked and full of flavour. Portion sizes are generous and the staff are very friendly. This has become our go-to spot for quick family dinners.”
Southside Hakka & Momo House is open seven days a week at 699 Wilkins Street, minutes from Wellington Road, Southdale Road and Highway 401. Pick whichever suits your evening.
We deliver Hakka and momo favourites across South London and the surrounding neighbourhoods.
Jhol momos are steamed Nepali dumplings served in jhol — a thin, spiced broth made from roasted tomato, sesame, peanut, garlic and Himalayan spices. The momos soak up the sauce as you eat.
They are the spiciest momo on our menu, hot and tangy at the same time. Ask for mild jhol if you want the flavour without the fire.
Yes. Vegetable jhol momos use the same broth and the same hand-folded technique as the chicken version.
They do — the broth is packed separately or sealed so the dumplings are not sitting in liquid for the whole trip. Eat them soon after they arrive for the best texture.
At our Wilkins Street location in South London, minutes from Wellington Road and Highway 401. We also deliver jhol momos across Highland, White Oaks, Old South and neighbouring areas.
Build a bigger order – these are the dishes our guests pair with Jhol Momos most often.
Hand-folded Nepali dumplings steamed to order with tomato achar dip.
Vegetable-stuffed Himalayan dumplings, steamed or fried, with spicy achar.
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