Also called thukpa, this spicy noodle-soup is a traditional delicacy of Tibet, right across the border with Sikkim. Available in most restaurants and eateries across Sikkim, gya-thuk is made with rice or wheat noodles, meat, vegetables, and local spices. Although a little high on the spice quotient, this dish makes for a healthy meal, especially on a cold day. Head to Taste of Sikkim restaurant in Ravangla or 9ine Native Cuisine in capital Gangtok to try the best thukpa/gya-thuk in the region.

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