During these cold, dreary winter months, what could be better than a nice bowl of soup? Even better, soup recipes are usually cost efficient, filling and easy to store in the fridge for more than one meal. Here’s a couple of my favorite simple soup recipes sure to warm up your day.
- Egg drop soup
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https://thewoksoflife.com/egg-drop-soup/
This egg drop soup recipe comes together in less than 10 minutes with just a few ingredients, and is a personal favorite of mine for when I’m sick and need some easy hydration and nutrients. Throw in some shredded chicken or chopped tofu for extra protein, saute some canned or fresh tomatoes in a little bit of oil before adding the chicken stock for a flavorful twist, or add noodles for some balanced carbs. For anyone who doesn’t have white pepper on hand, black pepper is perfectly fine.
- zuppa toscana
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https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchen/copycat-zuppa-toscana-5565099
A classic Olive Garden dish, Zuppa Toscana is one of my favorite soups to get a little bit of everything. For anyone who doesn’t eat pork or just doesn’t like bacon—feel free to take it out! I’ve personally never used it and I think it’s delicious that way. Italian sausage can be swapped for Beyond Meat or something similar for anyone looking for vegetarian options, and using frozen kale (or even spinach) is a great way to cut down on prep time and costs.
- miso soup
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https://minimalistbaker.com/15-minute-miso-soup-with-greens-and-tofu/
Miso soup is one of the most customizable soups out there, and can easily be made in single servings, if that’s what you’re looking for. The greens in this recipe are optional, but a great source of vitamins and protein. To add some more body to your soup, try adding things like edamame, zucchini, mushrooms, shrimp or fish—but remember not to cook anything that needs to be boiled directly in your broth once the miso has been added. Using dashi broth is not a requirement for a yummy soup, although it might not be traditional, chicken and vegetable broth are much easier to find. However, if you’re interested in dashi flavor without the effort of making your own broth, try buying an instant dashi powder, like this one.
- white chicken chili
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https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ree-drummond/fast-white-chicken-chili-7290170
This white chicken chili recipe takes full advantage of canned and frozen ingredients, making it easy to pack in a bunch of veggies without having to buy fresh produce. For anyone who doesn’t have masa harina on hand, just add the cream—it’s important for the flavor and texture. If, when your soup is done, it seems a little thin, mix up a quick cornstarch slurry (cornstarch and cold water), stir it into your soup, and bring it to a simmer until it’s to your preferred consistency.
- kimchi jjigae
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https://www.maangchi.com/recipe/kimchi-jjigae
All of the ingredients for this recipe, except for anchovy stock and gochugaru, can most likely be found at your local grocery. If there is an Asian grocery center near your, they’ll probably have gochugaru, but anchovy stock is a little harder to find. If you don’t have the time, ingredients, or desire, to make anchovy stock, go for your preferred type of broth, with maybe a little additional salt and seasoning—fish sauce wouldn’t go amiss for that umami flavor in place of anchovies. Gochugaru can be replaced with red pepper flakes to your taste. If pork belly isn’t your preferred protein, omit it completely or swap for what you enjoy.