Thupka Noodle Soup

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Preparation info
  • Serves

    4

    • Difficulty

      Easy

    • Ready in

      45 min

Appears in
Radikal Kitchen: Flavours without Borders

By Radhika Howarth

Published 2024

  • About

Thukpa is a traditional noodle soup originating from Tibet which is popular in Nepal, Bhutan, and the Indian Himalayan regions. It’s made with noodles, vegetables, and sometimes meat or fish, all cooked in a flavourful broth. The recipe can be customised with a variety of ingredients, making it a versatile and nutritious option for a midweek meal.

I used to enjoy Thukpa during my college days in Delhi. There was a significant Tibetan community in the city, and refugees would prepare