Thukpa
Thukpa is a traditional Tibetan noodle soup packed with vegetables, meat, and aromatic spices.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Lime wedges - For serving
- Cilantro - For garnish
- Egg noodles - 200g
- Salt - To taste
- Red chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
- Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
- Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
- Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
- Chicken or vegetable broth - 4 cups
- Chicken or beef - 200g, thinly sliced
- Bell pepper - 1, thinly sliced
- Cabbage - 1/2 small head, shredded
- Carrots - 2 medium, julienned
- Ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
- Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
- Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
- Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
Let's Get Started
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté until fragrant and onions are translucent.
- Add the julienned carrots, shredded cabbage, and sliced bell pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Push the vegetables to one side of the pot and add the sliced chicken or beef. Cook until browned.
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth. Add soy sauce, fish sauce, turmeric powder, red chili flakes, and salt. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook the egg noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- To serve, divide the cooked noodles among serving bowls. Ladle the hot soup over the noodles.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 50g
- Protein: 20g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Sugar: 5g