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Thukpa (Sikkimese clear noodle soup)

By Petrina Verma Sarkar, About.com

Thukpa is traditionally eaten with Steamed Momos (wontons). This clear, mildly flavored soup is served over egg noodles.

Ingredients:

  • 1 litre chicken/beef stock
  • 1/2 packet egg noodles
  • 2 eggs whisked
  • 3 spring onions with leaves chopped fine
  • 1 tbsp garlic minced
  • 2 tbsps vegetable/canola/sunflower cooking oil
  • Coriander leaves chopped fine to garnish

Preparation:

  • Cook the egg noodles according to packet instructions. Drain and run cold water over them to prevent them from sticking together. Keep aside.
  • Heat the oil in a deep pan and fry the spring onions and leaves in it till soft.
  • Add the garlic and fry for a minute
  • Add the stock, salt to taste and boil for 10 minutes.
  • Pour the eggs into the soup whisking all the while to break them up. Turn off the fire.
  • Put some noodles in a soup bowl and spoon the broth over them.
  • Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve with Steamed Momos and Sikkim Tomato Achaar.
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