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Soups

We like them chunky, we like them smooth, we like them creamy, we like them with vegetables and, sometimes, we like them spicy. Whichever way you like your soup, you'll likely find one on this list that suits your taste.

Fish cake, sweet potato and kimchi soup

Fish cake, sweet potato and kimchi soup

When I first published this recipe, I called the dish jjigae. Then, I learned about jeongol, guk and tang, and I'm no longer sure how this dish is classified in Korean …

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Salmon head soup with lemongrass, ginger and lime juice

Salmon head soup with lemongrass, ginger and lime juice

Salmon is my favorite fish. And my favorite parts of the salmon are the head and belly. I had been craving salmon head soup for the longest time so, for lunch today, I …

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Shiitake, white asparagus and broccoli egg drop soup

An egg drop soup as simple as it can be. Just boil broth, thicken, add all the mushrooms and vegetables, and simmer. Then, drizzle in beaten eggs and stir.

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Beef soup with ginger and moringa (malunggay) leaves

Beef soup with ginger and moringa (malunggay) leaves

A simple soup to make, the beef can be transferred to a slow cooker for convenience. Adjust the seasonings and drop in the vegetables when the meat is tender.

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Shio ramen with beef and scallions

How to make broth for shio ramen

It's all about the broth. The clarity. The lightness. I make broth by simmering meat and bones. Then, I drop a teaspoon of salt into a bowl, pour in broth and add the …

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Bacon and egg udon soup with coconut cream and peanut butter

Bacon and egg udon soup with coconut cream and peanut butter

Bacon and egg breakfast with an Asian twist. The real showstopper here is the broth made with peanut butter, coconut cream, lime juice, sweet soy sauce, oyster sauce and …

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Sweet sour salmon soup

Vietnamese-style sweet sour salmon soup

Inspired by canh chua, Vietnamese sweet and sour soup, the flavor of the broth comes from the combination of sour tamarind juice and chunks of sweet ripe pineapple.

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