Monpa Thukpa

Monpa Thukpa

Monpa Thukpa

Hearty Monpa-style noodle soup — hand-rolled wheat noodles simmered in a clear bone or vegetable broth with yak meat or chicken, cabbage, and dried red chillies.

Cuisines

Arunachali

Best for

Lunch Dinner

Recipe

Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Total: 50 min 2-3 servings

Ingredients

1 cup wheat flour
1 cup water
200 grams chicken, cut into pieces
1 medium onion, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 inch ginger, minced
1 medium tomato, chopped
1 cup mixed vegetables (carrot, beans, cabbage), chopped
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon oil

Instructions

  1. 1 In a bowl, mix the wheat flour with water to form a smooth dough. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
  2. 2 Roll the dough into thin sheets and cut into strips to make homemade noodles.
  3. 3 Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Add sliced onions, minced garlic, and ginger, and sauté until the onions are translucent.
  4. 4 Add the chicken pieces and cook until they are browned on all sides.
  5. 5 Stir in the chopped tomato and cook until it softens.
  6. 6 Add the mixed vegetables and sauté for a few minutes.
  7. 7 Pour in 4 cups of water and bring it to a boil.
  8. 8 Add the homemade noodles, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper.
  9. 9 Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the noodles and vegetables are cooked through.
  10. 10 Adjust seasoning if necessary and garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Tips

For a vegetarian version, replace chicken with tofu or paneer.