Thukpa (

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: ཐུག་པ;

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, which originated in the eastern part of Tibet. ''Amdo thukpa'', especially ''

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'', is a variant among the Indians, especially

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s and the Sikkimese. ''Thukpa'' can be prepared in both vegetarian and non-vegetarian variations; the most popular non-vegetarian variation includes chicken. Varieties of ''thukpa'' include: * ''

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'' (): Hand-pulled noodle * ''Gyathuk'' (): Chinese noodle * * '' Bhakthuk'' (): Hand-rolled pinched noodle (like

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) * ''Tsapthuk'' (): chopped noodle

Etymology

Thukpa has been described as a "generic Tibetan word for any soup or stew combined with noodles". Nepalese Thuppa

Regional traditions

Indian thukra

In India, the dish is consumed by people of Nepalese and Tibetan origin in the state of

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, the district of

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and the union territory of

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Nepalese thukpa

The Nepalese version of Thukpa has a predominant vegetarian feature and a bit of spicier flavor. The protein ingredients of the dish are given vegetarian alternative according to availability, including beans, chickpeas, gram, kidney beans, etc. However, non-vegetarian thukpa are also enjoyed by non-vegetarians. Egg thukpa is probably the second most popular variety after vegetarian thukpa among Nepalese. Coriander leaves, spring onion, or garlic leaves are the popular Nepalese choices of garnish.

Bhutanese thukpa

The Bhutanese version of Thukpa tends to be sweeter than the Nepali version. It is very popular amongst tourists especially Indian and American tourists.

Gallery

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External links

What Lends Flavour to this Comforting Noodle Soup?

References

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