Thukpa
Thukpa is a traditional Tibetan noodle soup that is popular in the Himalayan regions of Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet. It typically includes noodles, vegetables, and sometimes meat or tofu, all cooked in a flavorful broth seasoned with various spices.
Ingredients
- 8 oz noodles (such as egg noodles or rice noodles)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 inch ginger grated
- 2 carrots sliced
- 1 bell pepper sliced
- 4 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro and green onions for garnish
Optional:
Instructions
- Cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger. Saute until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the carrots and bell pepper to the pot and cook for another 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour in the broth and bring to a simmer. Add the soy sauce, curry powder, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Add the cooked chicken, tofu, or shrimp if using, and let it simmer for another 5-10 minutes.
- Divide the cooked noodles among 4 bowls and ladle the hot soup over them.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and green onions before serving.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 260kcal (13%)Carbohydrates: 54g (18%)Protein: 9g (18%)Fat: 1g (2%)Saturated Fat: 0.2g (1%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 1051mg (46%)Potassium: 351mg (10%)Fiber: 4g (17%)Sugar: 7g (8%)Vitamin A: 6533IU (131%)Vitamin C: 43mg (52%)Calcium: 36mg (4%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
