Thukpa is the Himalayan noodle soup that warms Nepal's high country: spiced broth, wheat noodles and vegetables or meat, exactly what a chilled trekker craves.
About Thukpa
Thukpa is one of Nepal's most beloved dishes, representing the rich culinary tradition of the region.
Himalayan Noodle Soup Thukpa is a warming noodle soup of Tibetan origin that has become a staple across Nepal's hills and mountains. Wheat noodles sit in a spiced broth with vegetables and often chicken, buffalo or egg, seasoned with garlic, ginger and chilli, a bowl built to drive out the cold of high altitudes.
“Himalayan Noodle Soup Thukpa is a warming noodle soup of Tibetan origin that has become a staple across Nepal's hills and mountains.”
Mountain Comfort It is especially loved in the colder regions and on trekking routes, where a steaming bowl of thukpa is exactly what tired, chilled walkers crave. Hearty and restorative, it reflects the strong Tibetan influence on the food of Nepal's high country.
What to Expect
On a cold evening in the hills, a bowl of thukpa steams with ginger, garlic and chilli, the noodles and broth warming you from the inside. It is the comfort food of Nepal's mountain regions and a trekking-trail favourite.
Why Try It
It is the restorative noodle soup of Nepal's high country, a Tibetan-influenced dish that shines in the cold of the mountains.
Insider Tips
- Order it in the colder hill and mountain regions, where it is at its most authentic.
- It is a trekking favourite; a hot bowl is welcome after a long, cold day.
- Vegetable, chicken and buffalo versions are all common; pick to taste.
