vegetable thukpa

Ingredients

• 1 pound tibetan noodles or spaghetti
• 2 cups assorted vegetables (cauliflower, carrots, green beans, mustard greens, potatoes)
• 1 bunch spinach, washed and cut into pieces
• 1 cup onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon teaspoon turmeric
• 3 - red chilies, julienned
• 1 - bay leaf
• 1 cup tomatoes, chopped
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 4 cups vegetable broth or water
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• - salt and pepper
• - chopped cilantro for garnish