Tom Foster
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Determining the world’s best soups is very subjective considering that ‘best’ is usually a matter of personal taste. But the best way to gauge a soup is how it fills the belly and whether or not it leaves a positive impression. Think about it, when was the last time you had a warm soup that left a good memory behind when you were done? That’s the mark of a good soup.
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Italian Sausage Soup
Loaded with vegetables and pasta and doused in a wine-infused broth with a distinct tomato taste, this is a great, belly-filling soup. As one of the world’s best soups, it’s fairly simple to make. It’s also a great taste of Italy that’s good any time of year.
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Banga
Also known as Palm Nut Soup, Banga is great since it’s good with rice or on its own. A hearty dish that’s popular in Cameroon, Nigeria, and Ghana, this is the type of soup that doesn’t always look great but is still filling and hearty enough to keep people satisfied.
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Chicken Noodle Soup
It’s simple, it’s easy to make, and as one of the world’s best soups, it’s a classic. Chicken soup is incredibly versatile as well since many people have their own special recipe for this dish. Admit it, no one made chicken soup like your mom, or another relative, right?
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Beef Pho
Pho started getting popular in the USA a while back and there’s a good reason. Explaining the soup is easy since it’s broth, noodles, and meat, more or less. Much thanks to Vietnam for this tasty delight.
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Potato Soup
Sticking with simplicity, potato soup is easily one of the world’s best soups since it leaves the door wide open, metaphorically speaking. Adding onto this soup is simple since so much can go with a potato that entire articles and even books exist on the subject, maybe.
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Borscht
Those who know anything about borscht probably think of the Ukrainian version that’s made with beetroot and is kind of sour. It might even amaze people to think that this is one of the world’s best soups and among the most recognizable. But in all honesty, when enough people like it then there’s something to say, good or bad.
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French Onion Soup
Onion soups have existed for a long, long time. This version dates back to the 19th century and is still popular today. It’s not quite as simple to make as other soups, but when it’s made right it is highly satisfying. Of course, getting it right isn’t always as easy as it sounds.
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Gumbo
Among the many soups that are enjoyed worldwide, gumbo is one of those that’s way too easy to mess up. When it’s made correctly it’s a spoonful of spice-laden heaven in your mouth. When it’s not served correctly, well, that’s another story.
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Clam Chowder (New England)
Omitting this entry from the world’s best soups is a sin without question. There are many ways to make this popular dish since some fill it with seafood and others are sparing with the clams (not recommended), but this potato-based soup is a favorite of a lot of people. There is a red version that’s still made by many people, but the New England version is what a lot of people think about when this dish is mentioned.
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Split Pea Soup
Some people cringe when they see this soup, others smile and widen their nostrils in appreciation. As soups go, it’s still just as versatile as many others, but split pea soup does require a few steps that can’t really change. Add-ons are always a matter of personal taste, but ham, carrots, onions, and a few other ingredients are still must-haves for this dish.
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Tonkotsu Ramen
All one has to say is ‘ramen’ to some people and that’s enough to place this dish in the world’s best soups category. There isn’t a lot that can’t make its way into a bowl of ramen to make it better. Saying it’s the salad of soups is kind of awkward, but it’s also fitting in a big way.
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Butternut Squash Soup
Squash is one of those foods that some people love and others can stomach but aren’t too fond of. In this case, though, the ability to add ingredients that can heighten and showcase the taste gives this soup a big edge. Not only that, but serving it when the weather turns cold will likely heighten the appreciation.
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Broccoli and Cheddar Soup
For one reason or another, broccoli and cheese just go together. Add in a slice of bread, heat it all up, and that’s good eating. It’s something a lot of us grow used to when we’re kids since it’s so easy to make and a pleasing, warm spoonful of nostalgia as an adult.
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Gazpacho
A lot of soups are best served warm and are great fall-to-winter delights. But gazpacho is a quandary since the blended vegetables that are put together for this dish are usually served cold. It’s different, it’s traditional in some parts of the world, and it’s very refreshing as many have said, especially on a warm day.
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Bouillabaisse
Some people would no doubt perk up at the mention of fish soup, while others might pass on it. This French dish is heavenly for those who love seafood. As one of the world’s best soups, it’s easily one of the best-known to many, but a lot of people haven’t experienced it yet.
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Lentil Soup
The upside of many soups is that they’re simple, delicious, and can last for more than a single meal. There are many ways to make this soup, with meat or not, with different lentils, and with a different consistency. It’s still lentil soup, just made in a variety of ways.
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Mulligatawny Soup
Once one looks at the ingredients of one soup or another, it feels as though the titles are separated only by a few ingredients. This delight is typically made with chicken, mutton, and lentils, in a combination that depends on the chef and their intentions. All in all, though, it’s a tasty soup if made right.
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Minestrone
Another Italian soup, this dish includes a mix of meats, vegetables, and pasta, just to keep things simple. This dish is usually packed with beans, onions, celery, carrots, leafy veggies, stock, parmesan cheese, and tomatoes. There isn’t a set recipe for this dish, but the basics usually include meat and veggies.
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Zuppa Toscana
There are a lot of different variations when it comes to this dish. The thing to remember is that the main ingredients are cannellini beans, potatoes, and kale. Any add-ons are up to the cook and the individual tastes of those who make it at home. It’s possible to find this just about anywhere, but for a taste of home, this Italian-based dish does have a few key ingredients.
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Tortilla Soup
A traditional soup that is made with fried corn tortilla pieces, strips, whatever, this is a treat if one has never had it. The tortilla pieces are submerged in a broth made of tomato, garlic, onion, and other key ingredients. Where one goes from there when adding in other ingredients is what will make this a real treat.
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