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Delicious & Authentic Tibetan Thukpa Recipe》Thenthuk; Handpulled Tibetan Noodle Soup #tibetancooking

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Nepali Thukpa

Cultural Context

Thukpa originated in Tibet but has become a beloved dish in Nepal, especially among the Sherpa community. Traditionally enjoyed during cold weather, it symbolizes warmth and hospitality. Today, Thukpa has gained popularity across the globe, with variations that include different proteins and vegetables, appealing to diverse tastes.

NepaleseNPmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups all-purpose flour
4 cups water
2 tablespoons vegetable cooking oil
1 lb beef bones
8 oz thinly sliced beef
1 medium onions
2 tablespoons ginger-garlic paste
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon sichuan peppercorn
1 teaspoon salt
2 medium tomatoes
1 cup radish, sliced
2 cups spinach

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu offers a plant-based option, while chicken thighs are more economical.

noodles

🥗Healthier: whole grain noodles

💰Cheaper: instant noodles

Whole grain noodles provide more fiber, while instant noodles are budget-friendly.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: homemade soy sauce substitute

Tamari is gluten-free, and homemade substitutes can save money.

beef

🥗Healthier: lean turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Lean turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often less expensive.

1

Make the dough by mixing all-purpose flour and water, kneading until smooth.

2

Grease the dough ball with vegetable cooking oil and let it rest covered.

3

Bring beef bones to a boil to make broth (optional).

4

Heat oil in a pot, add sliced onions and sauté until translucent.

5

Add ginger-garlic paste and thinly sliced beef, mixing well.

6

Stir in soy sauce and ground sichuan peppercorn, mixing again.

7

Add tomatoes, salt, and radish, mixing thoroughly.

8

Add water to create broth and let it cook.

9

Knead the rested dough again until softer.

10

Form the dough into a log and flatten it, then pull to make hand-pulled noodles.

11

Cut the dough into strips for easier pulling.

12

Add the pulled noodles to the broth and cook until they float to the top.

13

Add spinach to the broth a minute or two before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboilingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potstrainerknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

ThukpaTibetan Noodle Soup

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