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Thukpa Soup

A warming Himalayan noodle soup — brothy, lightly spiced, and packed with fresh vegetables. Tibet's answer to comfort in

40 min
Total time
2
Servings
424.1
Kcal / serve
Easy
Difficulty
424.1
Calories
10.4
Protein
75.9
Carbs
9
Fats
4.7
Fibre
2.1
Iron
The Story

Thukpa belongs to the Tibetan culinary tradition, a hearty noodle soup born out of necessity in one of the world's harshest, highest-altitude climates, where warming, substantial food isn't a luxury but a daily requirement. Over generations, thukpa migrated beyond Tibet itself, becoming a beloved staple across the entire Himalayan belt — from Ladakh and Sikkim in India to Nepal and Bhutan, each region adding its own small variations while keeping the dish's essential soul intact: noodles, broth, and vegetables, built for warmth and sustenance in equal measure. Unlike richer, coconut-based Southeast Asian soups, thukpa's broth stays clean and light — a simple vegetable stock brightened with soy sauce for umami, a touch of sesame or vegetable oil for aroma, and a finishing squeeze of lemon or lime juice that lifts the whole broth with a sharp, welcome acidity. Cumin seeds, though not traditionally Tibetan, add a warming note that works well within this broth's simple, unfussy profile. Green chili paste offers adjustable heat, letting each bowl be customized to individual spice tolerance, a practical touch given thukpa's role as everyday, comforting food rather than a dish built around fiery intensity.

Ingredients
Vegetable Stock
4 g Find
Soy sauce
1 g Find
Green chili paste
1 g Find
Cumin seeds
1 g Find
Oil
1 g Find
Lemon juice
1 g Find
Salt
g Find
Black pepper
g Find
Rice noodles
150 g Find
Cabbage
1 cup Find
Bell Pepper
½ cup Find
Green peas
½ cup Find
Coriander leaves
1 g Find
Mint
1 g Find
Chili Flakes
g Find
How to Cook
01

Step 1: Cook the Noodles

1. Boil the Noodles: Cook the noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.

02

Step 2: Prepare the Soup Base

2. Heat Oil: Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter. 3. Add Green Chili: Add green chili paste (if using). Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. 4. Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the vegetable broth or water, soy sauce, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and bring to a boil.

03

Step 3: Add Vegetables

5. Add Vegetables: Add the cabbage, bell peppers, green peas and leafy greens Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are cooked but still have a slight crunch.

04

Step 4: Add Noodles

6. Combine Noodles and Soup: Add the cooked noodles to the broth and mix gently. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes so the noodles can absorb the flavors.

05

Step 5: Serve

7. Garnish: Garnish theThukpa with freshly chopped coriander, mint, or basil leaves. Add a pinch of red chili flakes for extra heat (optional). 8. Serve Hot: Serve the Jain Thukpa Soup hot, with an extra squeeze of lemon juice for added freshness. This Thukpa Soup is a wholesome and comforting dish, combining the goodness of vegetables, noodles, and a tangy, mildly spiced broth. It's perfect for a light meal or as a nourishing starter!

Dietary Tags
Jain Certified Vegetarian
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Recipe Info
CuisineOriental
Prep time10 min
Cook time30 min
DifficultyEasy
MealBreakfast
SeasonAll Year
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