One of the biggest conveniences for Nepalis living in Perth is being able to stock the freezer with authentic frozen foods — momos you can steam in ten minutes, sekuwa ready to pan-fry, and roti that tastes like home. The frozen section at Perth's Nepali grocery stores has grown significantly in recent years. Here's exactly what's available and where to find it.
Frozen momos — the Perth freezer staple
Frozen momo is by far the most popular Nepali frozen product in Perth. You'll find them in chicken, vegetable, and buffalo varieties. They're made locally or imported, and most come pre-formed and ready to steam straight from the freezer.
- →Mustang Grocery & Butchers – Cloverdale: The widest frozen momo range in Perth. Carries Frozen Chicken Momo, Frozen Vegetable Momo, and Frozen Buffalo Momo — often made fresh in-store or locally sourced.
- →Thamel Bazaar – East Cannington: Perth's original Nepali grocery. Stocks Frozen Chicken Momo and Frozen Veg Momo reliably week-round.
- →Basmati Grocery Mart – East Victoria Park: Carries Frozen Momo (Assorted) — a good option if you're in the Victoria Park area.
- →Little Magic Grocery – Wembley & Queens Park: Both locations stock frozen momos alongside a full Nepali grocery range.
- →KTM Mart – Morley: North Perth's dedicated Nepali store. Frozen momos are a regular item in their freezer section.
Tip: Frozen momos cook best when steamed directly from frozen — no thawing needed. Steam for 12–15 minutes on high heat. Serve with tomato achar or sesame-based dipping sauce.
Other frozen Nepali foods to look for
Beyond momos, Perth's Nepali grocery stores have expanded their frozen sections to include a range of South Asian and Nepali frozen items:
- →Frozen sekuwa (marinated grilled meat cubes) — available at Mustang Grocery & Butchers. Pan-fry or air-fry from frozen for a quick Nepali snack.
- →Frozen paratha and roti — South Asian-style flatbreads that heat up in a dry pan in minutes. Found at Basmati Grocery Mart and Thamel Bazaar.
- →Frozen South Asian foods (samosa, spring rolls, mixed snack packs) — available at most stores, often branded by popular Indian/South Asian frozen food brands.
- →Frozen aloo tama (bamboo shoot and potato curry base) — seasonal availability at select stores. Ask in store if you don't see it on the shelf.
- →Frozen sel roti — occasionally available in pre-made packs at Thamel Bazaar and Mustang Grocery, especially before major festivals.
Tips for buying and storing frozen Nepali foods
- →Check the pack date — Perth stores receive fresh frozen stock regularly but it's worth checking the packaging before buying, especially for homemade-style products.
- →Buy in bulk when you find your favourite — not all varieties are stocked every week. If Mustang has buffalo momo in stock, grab a few packs.
- →Keep momos frozen until ready to cook — do not refreeze once thawed. Most packs serve 2–4 people.
- →Call ahead for large orders — if you need frozen momos for a party or event, call the store a day before so they can set aside the quantity you need.
Festival prep tip: Stock up on frozen momos and snacks at least a week before Dashain, Tihar, and Naya Barsha — freezer sections sell out fast in the lead-up to major Nepali festivals.
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