Introduction
Have you tried authentic Asian dumplings? No, we are not talking about Indo-Chinese or Tibetan cuisines. We are talking about dumplings from different Asian countries like Mongolia, Kyrgyzstan, Vietnam, Japan, China, Russia, and other countries. If not, then this is the perfect time to try these dumpling varieties at TAOD.
TAOD, short for The Art of Dumpling, is a fine dining Asian restaurant in Delhi serving global styles of dumplings. From original Chinese dumplings ‘Jiaozi’ to traditional Armenian dumplings ‘Boraki’, you can find 99 varieties of dumplings at our gourmet restaurant.
Dumpling styles are not limited to Asia but other continents, like South America, North America, Europe, Africa, and Australia. So, you can explore dumplings such as Armenian dumplings ‘Boraki’ or Russian ear-shaped dumplings ‘Pelmeni’ only at The Art of Dumpling.
However, in this article, we explore a traditional dumpling from Kyrgyzstan known as Oromo. From Oromo’s origin to TAOD’s innovative touch to bring Oromo to India, learn the history of this creamy Central Asian dumpling.
Origin of Oromo Dumpling
Kyrgyzstan is one of the picturesque central Asian countries surrounded by luscious mountains, crystal lakes, and vivid culture. From this Central Asian country comes a dumpling called Oromo.
Oromo is a traditional dumpling crafted by the people of Kyrgyz, Kazakh, Bashkirs, Uzbeks, and Mongolians. As the country is landlocked between China, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan, the dumpling quickly spread across different countries in the region.
Oromo dumplings are traditionally made in Kyrgyzstan in a unique style by rolling. Therefore, the name of the dumpling mimics the process of making dumplings, as oromo means ‘to roll’ or ‘wrap.’ Generally speaking, dumplings are not rolled and instead pleated to create a pattern while sealing the filings.
This makes Oromo dumplings a new style of dumpling that you must try at least once. The Art of Dumpling menu offers Oromo with a new twist of flavors.
What Is Oromo?
Oromo is a traditional dumpling style that originates from Kyrgyzstan. The flour wrapper is rolled out to make it as thin as possible, like paper, and filled with minced meat, potatoes, animal fat, and pumpkins.
Local people of Kyrgyzstan use any vegetables and meat found locally to create the fillings and roll the paper-like dough in a round form. The dough gets rolled like a Swiss roll and steamed before getting cut into pieces and served.
This creates a swirl-like shape filled with a warm and savory filling that’s unique in the world of dumplings. You can try this style of Oromo in our fine dining Asian restaurant, TAOD, however in a vegetarian form.
TAOD’s Take on Traditional Kyrgyz Oromo
In Central Asian countries like Kyrgyzstan, China, Kazakhstan, and Tajikistan, where rich sources of protein are essential to warming our bodies, India is much warmer and full of people practicing a vegetarian diet.
Keeping that in mind, The Art of Dumpling created a vegetarian filling for Oromo dumplings using white fungus and Tzatziki king oyster mushrooms, which are seasoned with local spices. Although the style of dumplings remains the same, only the meat fillings are replaced by creamy flavors of mushrooms at TAOD.
So, you can enjoy Kyrgyzstan’s traditional dumpling, Oromo, guilt-free. The Art of Dumpling menu has several other traditional styles of dumplings across the globe that have been modified to suit Indian tastebuds.
From Arabic ‘Shish Barak’ to Mongolian ‘Buzz,’ you have to visit our premium, fine dining Asian restaurant at Connaught Place to explore the global dumpling menu.
Wrapping Up
TAOD is a dumpling lover’s paradise because it serves a variety of dumplings under one roof. Whether you are looking for a unique dumpling like Oromo or craving some fried Gulha from the Maldives, you find a series of dumplings only here.
No other place holds such a diverse range of dumplings made from high-quality ingredients, so satisfy your cravings with The Art of Dumpling menu.
