A Tibetan classic that is perfect for chilly winters, rainy evenings, and anytime in between, thukpa is one recipe you must try at home. This is the vegetarian version that combines wheat noodles with fresh veggies, basic spices, and vegetable broth, yielding a flavourful soup that’s like a hug in a bowl. It’s a complete meal in itself and pairs well with steamed momos.
Make sure all the vegetables are chopped as listed, then set them aside for use when cooking.
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Make the thukpa base
Add oil to a pan or wok and place it on high heat. Once the oil is hot, add garlic, ginger, green chilli, tomato, and onion and stir-fry for two minutes. Then, add the veggies (except spring onions) and sautè for a minute or so, till the veggies begin to soften but are still crunchy.
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Add the spices and broth
Once the aromatics and veggies are cooked, add the vegetable broth, spices and salt. Give it a good mix, allowing the broth to come to a boil. Then, lower the heat to medium and let the veggies simmer for 2-3 minutes until they soften.
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Cook the noodles
Add raw noodles to the simmering stock so they absorb flavour as they cook. Now cook for 4-5 minutes in the broth until they become tender. In the end, add the soy sauce, black pepper, sea salt, and spring onions. Gently stir the mix before turning off the heat. Ladle into bowls, garnish with freshly chopped coriander and serve hot.