Cooler weather people all over the world to make delicious soups that bubble away on the stove. But if you’re tired of the same ol’, same ol’, consider some soups from around the world that might just introduce your family to new flavors and new deliciousness. Once you find a soup you want to try, just do a quick online search to find a couple of recipes.
Swipe through to get ideas for warming soups that are well-loved in other cultures.
Avgolemono is a rich and delicious soup with a mouth-puckering amount of lemon that makes it truly outstanding. Most recipes include chicken, but you don’t have to add it. The soup typically has some rice in it to give it a bit of thickness and texture and some recipes call for vegetables but others do not.
Photography:Pinterest/Platings and Pairings
This rich and creamy stew was developed to make use of the multitude of peanuts that grow on the Caribbean island. Onion, squash and other vegetables lend nutrition and flavor to this creamy stew that can be made as spicy as you like with the addition of chilies.
Photography: Pinterest/The Kitchn
Smoked ham offers tons of flavor to this Cuban delight. It’s best to start with dried beans, which will need to soak overnight, so think ahead on this one. Vinegar adds creaminess and tang, and you’ll want to top your finished soup with sour cream and finely chopped onions.
Photography: The Kitchn via Pinterest
Supu Viazi is based on the nutty and delicious fruit that grows plentifully on the coast of Tanzania. It also contains potatoes, tomatoes, peppers, onions and a green banana. With sliced avocado added at serving time, it’s a rich and delicious soup.
Use pretty much any combination of seafood you like in this delicious soup: shrimp, fish, mussels and scallops are commonly used. Ginger, coriander, lemon and garlic join turmeric to add plenty of bold seasoning to this North African treat.
Photography: Pinterest/CookGem.com
Bacon, cheese and potatoes—how can you go wrong? This warm and comforting soup comes to us from Ireland and is simple to put together; you’ll find plenty of recipes online. After cooking the soup, you can leave it chunky or puree it in a blender for a smoother texture. Either way, definitely top it with some crispy bacon bits.
Photography: Pinterest/Mighty Mrs.
Common throughout Malaysia and other parts of Southeast Asia such as Singapore and Indonesia, curry laksa features noodles, shrimp or chicken, and eggs. The most important element is the spice paste, and you can make your own or purchase it ready-made. You can use a lot if you can tolerate spicy foods. Aadd less if your family likes things a bit more mild.
Photography: Pinterest/Savita (Chef De Home)