There is a nip in the air; the early mornings and late evenings or nights have started getting cooler. The change in weather, though pleasant, also often brings with it cough, cold and allergies. A bowl of piping hot soup can not only be delicious but also nourishing and soothing. From classic creamy concoctions to international inspirations, My Kolkata found these soul-warming recipes on Instagram reels for you to try.
Have you tried this Nepalese soup?
Popularly made by the Sherpas, Rildok is a Nepalese soup that helps keep the body warm in extreme temperatures. It is made by pounding meat or red potatoes till the texture is smooth and stretchy. This is made into little balls and left to simmer with onions, tomatoes and garlic. The original recipe uses yak butter, which adds a unique flavour to the soup. In a soup series on Instagram, @amilo.piro.stories has shared the potato version of the soup. The recipe needs a little effort but once made this bowl is sure to keep you warm on winter evenings. Check out the detailed reel below.
Corn soup with a twist!
Sweet corn is a pop pick for vegetarian soups. The mild sweetness of the corn, along with some herbs, add the right flavours. Adding a twist to this common soup recipe, @the_travellercook has created a smoky and creamy sweet corn soup. The MasterChef uses charred corn that gives it a burnt flavour profile. The taste is like grilled corn cob but more creamier in the form of a soup. You can relish it with some garlic bread, making it a wholesome meal!
Attention Thai food lovers!
If you love the coconutty, spicy Thai Khao Suey, you will love this Thai veggie noodle soup by @kirtibhoutika. This soup is loaded with vegetables, offering you all the nutrients while the tofu provides you with protein. You can have this soup for lunch or dinner. The chef prefers it even for breakfast! The flavours of coconut and a hint of peanut butter adds the Thai twist to this regular bowl of soup.
Cream of chicken or mushroom?
For this recipe, the answer is both! This can be your go-to soup this winter whenever you crave for a filling bowl. @the_bong_gastronomist has made the recipe even healthier by replacing heavy cream with cashew paste. The smooth and fluffy texture of the soup is so satisfying! You can add this to your menu if you are having guests over.
A soup for immunity!
Come winter and the sniffles arrive in every home. Runny nose and itchy throat call for something hot and spicy. But what if we told you that this soup does more than just soothe and comfort? @kriti_kaur_dhiman adds fresh turmeric stem to come up with an immunity boosting noodle soup. Having this soup even once a week during the onset of winter can help you keep the flu at bay.
Chinese soup lover?
Chinese cuisine has a wide range of soups and if you are looking for a new recipe, @cyras.photo.stop has one to share. This is the 19B soup that comes with chicken, prawn and mushrooms. It is also a thick soup that makes for a heavy meal.
