soup Recipes
204 delicious soup recipes from around the world
Giouvarlakia (Greek Meatball Soup)
Giouvarlakia are tender, rice-filled meatballs simmered in a rich, lemony egg-and-rice broth (avgolemono). This is a classic Greek comfort food, perfect for a chilly day.
Grochówka (Polish Pea Soup)
A deeply satisfying and hearty Polish pea soup, often considered a military classic due to its robust flavor and filling nature. This recipe yields a thick, comforting soup perfect for cold days.
Kapuśniak (Polish Sauerkraut Soup)
A hearty and traditional Polish sauerkraut soup, perfect for a cold winter day. This soup features tender pork, smoky kielbasa, tangy sauerkraut, and wholesome vegetables, simmered to perfection. It's a comforting dish with centuries of history.
Kartoffelsuppe (German Potato Soup with Sausage)
A hearty and comforting German potato soup, enriched with smoky bacon, savory leeks, and sliced Wiener sausages. Perfect for a chilly winter day, this soup offers a delightful balance of creamy texture and satisfying flavor, with optional chunky potato pieces for added character.
Leberknödel (German Liver Dumplings)
A classic Bavarian dish of tender liver dumplings gently simmered in a rich beef broth. Perfect as a hearty appetizer or a light main course.
Lohikeitto (Finnish Salmon Soup)
A classic Finnish Lohikeitto, this creamy and comforting salmon soup is infused with fresh dill, tender potatoes, and leeks. A taste of Nordic tradition perfect for any occasion.
Minestrone
Italian vegetable soup - hearty soup with beans, pasta, and seasonal vegetables.
Nyponsoppa (Swedish Rosehip Soup)
A classic Swedish sweet and vitamin C-rich rosehip soup, traditionally served warm or cold. This recipe enhances the natural flavor of rosehips with a touch of sweetness and a smooth texture.
Pasta e Fagioli
Pasta and beans - hearty peasant soup that's better the next day.
Patsas (Greek Tripe Soup)
A hearty and comforting Greek tripe soup, traditionally enjoyed as a late-night restorative meal or a potent hangover cure. This rich broth, made tender with slow-cooked tripe and pork feet, is finished with a creamy avgolemono sauce. The pungent garlic and tangy vinegar provide a sharp contrast to the richness.
Rassolnik (Russian Pickle and Barley Soup)
A hearty and comforting Russian soup featuring tender meat, chewy pearl barley, and the distinct sour tang of pickled cucumbers and their brine. A true taste of winter comfort.
Ribollita
Tuscan bread soup - yesterday's minestrone reboiled with stale bread until thick and hearty. Peasant food elevated to art.
Rosół (Polish Chicken Noodle Soup)
A cornerstone of Polish Sunday dinners, Rosół is a deeply flavorful and crystal-clear chicken broth, traditionally served with fine noodles and tender vegetables. This recipe focuses on extracting maximum flavor through slow simmering.
Shchi (Russian Cabbage Soup)
A hearty and traditional Russian cabbage soup, Shchi is a comforting staple made with tender meat, savory broth, and a medley of vegetables. This recipe focuses on a classic preparation, perfect for a satisfying meal.
Solyanka
A hearty and flavorful Russian sour soup, Solyanka is a complex medley of meats, briny pickles, olives, and capers, simmered in a rich broth. It's renowned for its robust, tangy taste and is often considered a perfect remedy for a hangover.
Soupe à l'Oignon Gratinée
A classic French onion soup featuring deeply caramelized onions simmered in a rich beef broth, topped with toasted baguette slices and a generous layer of melted, bubbly Gruyère cheese. A comforting and iconic Parisian bistro dish.
Ukha (Russian Fish Soup)
Ukha is a traditional Russian clear fish soup, known for its pure, delicate flavor derived from a well-made fish broth. This recipe emphasizes clarity and freshness, often enjoyed with a shot of vodka.
Uszka (Polish Mushroom Dumplings)
Uszka, meaning 'little ears' in Polish, are traditional tiny dumplings often filled with a savory mushroom and onion mixture. They are a quintessential part of Polish Christmas Eve supper (Wigilia), typically served floating in clear borscht (barszcz).
Zupa Ogórkowa (Polish Dill Pickle Soup)
A beloved Polish comfort food, Zupa Ogórkowa is a hearty and tangy soup made with dill pickles, potatoes, and carrots. Its unique flavor profile comes from the briny pickles and their juice, balanced by the creaminess of sour cream.
Zuppa di Pesce
Italian fish soup - regional variations abound, always served with crusty bread.
Żurek (Polish Sour Rye Soup)
A traditional Polish Easter soup, Żurek is characterized by its unique tangy flavor derived from a fermented rye starter (żur). This recipe guides you through making the starter from scratch, resulting in a deeply flavorful and comforting soup, often served with sausage, bacon, and hard-boiled eggs.
Żurek (Sour Rye Soup)
Poland's most distinctive soup, Żurek, is a hearty and flavorful dish characterized by its unique sour taste derived from a fermented rye starter. Traditionally served with white sausage and hard-boiled eggs, it's an essential part of Polish Easter celebrations.
Mercimek Çorbası
Turkish red lentil soup - velvety smooth lentil soup with mint and lemon. Everyday comfort.
Ezogelin Çorbası
Turkish bride's soup - red lentil soup with bulgur and mint. Named after a tragic bride.