Simple, comforting, and loaded with fresh crunchy vegetables this vegetable Thukpa will make you crave more. This Tibetan/Nepalese veggie soup is a wonderful lunch for busy days and cold chili nights. It can be prepared in 20 minutes and is super kid-friendly.

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I had this Vegetable Thukpa while traveling in North East of India. There in between the cold rainy evening and our travel, somehow we tasted this soup in a small kiosk at the roadside. It was just delicious, the freshness of vegetables and the lovely kick of spices made our experience much better.

What is Vegetable Thukpa (Tibetan Noodle Soup)

Thukpa is a Himalayan noodle soup and yes it can be made with vegetables, chicken, or meat. Almost all the countries of the Himalayan region have their version. This dish is prepared with any type of dry or fresh noodles, lots of vegetables, and spice mixes. It is warming and comforting. Easy to make this soup can be tweaked according to your preferences.

What ingredients are needed to make Vegetable Thukpa (Tibetan Noodle Soup)

Noodles, salt, oil, and water for cooking the noodles till al dente.

For the Soup,

Cooking oil(I have used avocado oil)

Ginger, garlic, fresh chili, scallion, onion for aromatics.

Tomato paste/puree, soy sauce.

Turmeric Powder, cumin powder, red chili powder,garam masala powder, salt, and crushed black pepper.

Cabbage, carrot, mushroom, Green Pepper, red pepper.

For topping scallion and lime slices.

Can we store it in the refrigerator?

Yes. We can store this soup in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. The only suggestion I would give is to keep them separate to avoid very mushy and slimy noodles. Or you can boil noodles freshly and serve them with soup.

How to cook?

The first step is to cook the noodles. I Cook them with some salt till al dente. Later on, spread some oil to prevent the sticking of noodles.

The second, step is to cook the broth or soup with all those crispy vegetables, lovely aromatics, and flavoring spices. This will taste delicious and amazing.

The third step is assembling the Thukpa. Take a bowl. Place Some noodles in the bowl and pour some veggie broth on top of that. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime and Enjoy.

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Vegetable Thukpa ( Tibetan Noodle Soup)

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 2

Course: Main Course

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

1 Nest of Noodles (Dry or fresh ,according to your taste)
Water to boil the noodles
Salt ,to taste
1 Tsp Oil

For Veggie Soup

1 Tbsp Oil
1 Tbsp Ginger
1 Tbsp Garlic
1 medium Fresh Chili Optional
¼ Cup Scallion
¼ Cup Onion
½ Tsp Turmeric Powder
½ Tsp Red Chili Powder
½ Tsp Cumin Powder
¼ Tsp Garam Masala Powder
¼ Tsp Crushed Black Pepper Powder
½ Cup Tomato Sauce/Paste/Puree
¼ Cup Cabbage
¼ Cup Carrot
¼ Cup Mushroom
¼ Cup Green Pepper
¼ Cup Red Pepper
1 Tbsp Soy Sauce
3 Cup Veggie Stock

For Garnish

1 Tbsp Cilantro
1 Tbsp Lime Juice
1 Tbsp Scallion

Main Ingredient

SAlt to taste

Method

Boil the noodles according to the package instruction.
Mix some oil with the noodles to prevent sticking. Keep it aside.
Take a pan .Add oil to it.When it looks hot add chopped ginger ,garlic,green chilies,and onion.Saute to cook them perfectly .They should smell aromatic and look transparent.
Add all the spices,Tomato puree,soy Sauce and mix everything.
Add water /Veg Stock to the pan and let it boil.
Add all the veggies once the broth starts boiling.
Let everything cook for 3-4 minutes and Switch off the flame.
Take a serving soup bowl.Place some noodles and pour the soup broth on top of that. Garnish with some scallion and lime juice /slices.Enjoy.