Viral Video: Bizarre experiment with Litchi; Momo lovers get offended

This video of litchi gravy momos recipe has been shared on Instagram. Read further on Dynamite News:

Post Published By: Sona Saini
Updated : 18 June 2025, 2:30 PM IST
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New Delhi: Nowadays people are experimenting with different foods. Now we are here to bring another bizarre food combination that went viral on social media.

This recent food viral video from Vivek Vihar, Delhi, has stirred a wave of reactions among food enthusiasts. The video showcases a street vendor preparing a unique dish that os Litchi Gravy Momos, reports Dynamite News correspondent.

Shared on Instagram by the account @cups_of_yum, the video has garnered over 1.7 million views, sparking a mix of intrigue and outrage among viewers.

The Unconventional Recipe

In the video, the vendor begins by peeling fresh litchis. He then heats oil in a pan, adding carrot flakes, chopped capsicum, and onions. The twist comes when he adds mayonnaise and litchi pulp to the pan, followed by litchi juice, spices, and cream to create a gravy. Crispy momos are then immersed in this litchi-infused sauce and garnished with fresh litchis before serving.

 

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Public Reaction

The dish has sparked widespread criticism online. Many netizens have expressed their disapproval, with comments labeling the creation as "gross injustice with litchi" and "ruining the culinary world." One user remarked, "Both momos and litchis are my favorites, and this has ruined them." Another added, "Oh my god, this has ruined my mood."

Similar Experiments in Delhi

This isn't the first time Delhi's street food scene has witnessed unconventional momo creations. Earlier, a vendor in the city introduced 'fruit momos,' combining fried apples, bananas, pears, and guavas with milk, liquid cheese, cream, and fried paneer momos. Priced at ₹170, the dish received significant backlash, with many labeling it "poison for the body" and expressing disbelief over the combination .

While culinary experimentation can lead to innovative dishes, not all creations resonate well with traditional food lovers. The litchi gravy momos, along with other unconventional momo variants in Delhi, highlight the fine line between creativity and culinary missteps. As food trends continue to evolve, it's clear that some experiments are best left untried.

Food Fusion

Food fusion, also known as fusion cuisine, refers to the blending of culinary traditions, techniques, and ingredients from different cultures to create innovative and unique dishes. It's a creative process where chefs experiment with flavors, textures, and presentation, often resulting in dishes that are both familiar and novel.

Location : 
  • New Delhi

Published : 
  • 18 June 2025, 2:30 PM IST