Tibetan Fried Noodles (Tukpa Ngopa)

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 3

Tibetan Fried Noodles (Tukpa Ngopa) recipe for a lip-smacking experience

by The Chefin Noodles

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 lb angel hair pasta
	oil ( for frying )
	1 onion , chopped
	3 garlic cloves , finely chopped
	2 inches fresh ginger , finely chopped
	1 carrot , sliced thinly on the diagonal
	2 stalks celery , sliced thinly on the diagonal
	4 baby bok choy , chopped thinly ( or 1/4 head of cabbage , sliced )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

290

Sugar

Fat

10g

Tibetan Fried Noodles (Tukpa Ngopa) is a popular Tibetan-Chinese fusion dish, often served in Nepali or Tibetan restaurants. It contains stir-fried veggies, ginger, garlic and onion, and boiled angel hair pasta. The dish is spicy, flavorful and hearty, and a complete meal in itself. This dish can be made with innumerable variations, including adding proteins like chicken, tofu, or shrimp, and also different spices to give the dish an international touch. It is a favorite of those who wish to try something different from regular pasta dishes or stir-frys.

Instructions

1.	Boil the angel hair pasta according to the package instructions.
2.	Heat oil in a wok or large pan over high heat.
3.	Add onion, garlic and ginger, and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes.
4.	Add carrot, celery and bok choy/cabbage, and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes.
5.	Add the cooked pasta to the wok and stir-fry for another minute.
6.	Season according to taste and serve hot.

PROS

Tibetan Fried Noodles (Tukpa Ngopa) is a great way to use leftover pasta and veggies, and an easy and quick recipe to make.

It is delicious and satisfying, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.

The dish is customizable with different proteins and spices.

CONS

Angel hair pasta may not be easily available in some regions, and substitutions like spaghetti may not give the same texture to the dish.

As with any fried dish, overeating may lead to feeling heavy or bloated.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The dish is a source of carbohydrates, fiber, vitamins and minerals from the veggies and ginger used in it.
If made with whole grain pasta, it would provide an extra punch of nutrition to the dish by adding more fiber, protein and vitamins.