chicken thukpa made simple: instant pot magic

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Chicken Thukpa is a hearty and flavorful Tibetan noodle soup that’s perfect for cold days. Using an Instant Pot makes the cooking process faster and more convenient. Here’s a simple recipe for Chicken Thukpa using the magic of the Instant Pot:

 

Ingredients:

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch ginger, grated
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 cup cabbage, shredded
• 1 cup mushrooms, sliced (optional)
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust according to spice preference)
• 8 cups chicken broth
• 200 grams thukpa noodles or any other noodles of your choice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
• Lime wedges for serving

 

Instructions:

1. Set Instant Pot to Sauté:
   • Set the Instant Pot to “Sauté” mode and add vegetable oil. Once hot, add chopped onions, garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté until the onions are translucent.
2. Add Chicken:
   • Add the chicken pieces and cook until they are browned on all sides.
3. Add Vegetables:
   • Stir in julienned carrots, sliced bell peppers, shredded cabbage, and mushrooms (if using). Sauté for a couple of minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
4. Spices:
   • Add ground turmeric, cumin, coriander, and chili powder. Mix well to coat the chicken and vegetables with the spices.
5. Add Broth:
   • Pour in the chicken broth and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well to combine.
6. Pressure Cook:
   • Cancel the “Sauté” mode. Close the Instant Pot lid and set it to “Pressure Cook” on high for 5 minutes.

1. Cook Noodles Separately:
   • While the Instant Pot is cooking, prepare the thukpa noodles separately according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. Release Pressure:
   • Once the Instant Pot cooking cycle is complete, perform a quick pressure release.
3. Combine Noodles and Soup:
   • Open the Instant Pot and add the cooked thukpa noodles to the soup. Stir well to combine and let it sit for a couple of minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
4. Serve:
   • Ladle the Chicken Thukpa into bowls. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with lime wedges on the side.

Enjoy your comforting and flavorful Chicken Thukpa made effortlessly with the Instant Pot magic! Adjust the spice levels and vegetables according to your taste preferences.