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These 25 Asian soup recipes bring together tender beef and chewy noodles, fragrant chicken broths, silky egg ribbons, and savory hot pots to share. You’ll find filling bowls for dinner and lighter soups to serve alongside rice and other dishes.
I’ve grouped them into four sections to make it easier to choose what to cook, from a quick weeknight bowl to a pot for sharing.
Why we serve soup with dinner
In my family, a meal isn’t complete without soup. There’s a saying in Taiwan, 三菜一湯 (san cai yi tang)—three dishes and one soup. That’s what we consider a complete meal, served with rice. A clear broth is the most common choice because it’s simple and goes well with so many dishes.
During colder months, we also enjoy thicker, heartier soups, like 羹 (geng). And for Chinese New Year and other New Year celebrations, hot pot is a must-have at our table. This collection brings together my favorites, from everyday broths to filling noodle bowls and hot pots to share.
How to choose your soup
I grouped them into four sections. Start with what you’re craving and how you want to serve it:
Noodle and rice soups: Filling bowls when you want soup to be dinner, from Taiwanese beef noodle soup to creamy chicken ramen.
Clear and brothy soups: Light, savory broths to enjoy alongside rice and other dishes, with vegetables, tofu, chicken, or pork.
Silky and comforting soups: Soft egg ribbons, tender wontons, or creamy kabocha squash—choose these for their comforting textures.
Hot pot for sharing: Gather around a warm pot with family or friends for a relaxed weekend dinner or holiday meal.
These filling bowls make soup the main meal, with everything from light chicken broths to rich, creamy curry soups.
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Asian Chicken Noodle Soup
5 from 25 votes
Tender chicken, springy noodles, mushrooms, and bok choy fill a light ginger-garlic broth with a fresh finish from lime. It’s ready in about 25 minutes using cooked chicken or leftover turkey.
A Taiwanese classic with tender braised beef, chewy noodles, and a deeply savory broth scented with warming spices. The Instant Pot helps soften the beef shank, with a stovetop option included.
Bone-in chicken, fresh ginger, and scallions give this clear noodle soup a fragrant, savory broth. It starts with raw chicken and comes together on the stovetop in about 40 minutes.
Soft egg ribbons and shiitake mushrooms float in a clear, savory broth, with noodles underneath to make it a full bowl. This simple 20-minute soup is especially handy when you’re cooking for one.
Crispy-skinned chicken, chewy ramen, and bok choy come together in a light, creamy sesame broth. The chicken cooks in the air fryer, making this a fun choice when you want a homemade ramen dinner with plenty of texture.
Sweet-tart tomatoes, silky egg ribbons, and chewy ramen make a savory bowl with a bright, fresh flavor. It’s ready in about 30 minutes with a short list of everyday ingredients.
This traditional Taiwanese soup combines tender chicken and thin noodles with the nutty aroma of sesame oil, ginger, and rice wine. Choose it when you’re craving a fragrant winter soup that’s rich in flavor but light in texture.
Ground chicken and rice cook together in a savory broth flavored with ginger and toasted sesame oil. The rice becomes soft and creamy, while crispy garlic chips add a little crunch—a comforting one-pot alternative to noodles.
Also called khao soi, this northern Thai noodle soup has tender chicken in a creamy coconut curry broth that’s savory, gently spicy, and brightened with lime. Store-bought red curry paste keeps my version approachable for home cooks.
Serve these soups alongside rice and other dishes for a comforting family-style meal. Each brings out the natural flavor of vegetables, mushrooms, or gently simmered meat.
10
Bok Choy Soup
5 from 27 votes
Crisp-tender bok choy and shiitake mushrooms fill a clear ginger-garlic broth with a touch of toasted sesame oil. This 25-minute soup is a simple choice when you want something fresh and savory alongside dinner.
Daikon radish and carrots become tender and gently sweet as they simmer with ginger and scallions. Choose this vegetable-focused soup when you want a mild, fragrant broth to pair with rice and a flavorful main dish.
Tender, juicy napa cabbage and soft egg ribbons come together in a savory ginger-garlic broth. It’s one of the soups I make on repeat, and it’s ready in about 30 minutes with simple ingredients.
A whole chicken and a Chinese herbal soup packet create a fragrant, savory broth with very little prep. I make this every winter, and the recipe includes Instant Pot, slow-cooker, and stovetop options.
Fresh shiitake mushrooms and silken tofu give this ginger-garlic soup deep mushroom flavor and a soft, creamy bite. It’s a quick one-pot option that you can make vegetarian with vegetable broth and mushroom seasoning.
A new favorite in my kitchen, this soup pairs tender shredded chicken with dried shiitake mushrooms in a deeply savory broth. Plan to soak the mushrooms ahead, then make the soup on the stovetop.
This Taiwanese family favorite has tender pork ribs, juicy daikon, carrots, and sweet corn in a clear, gently sweet broth. Use the Instant Pot for a quicker soup or the slow cooker for a hands-off simmer.
From glossy Chinese soups to tender wontons and creamy squash, these bowls are all about comforting textures.
17
West Lake Beef Soup
5 from 5 votes
Finely minced beef, soft tofu, shiitake mushrooms, and egg ribbons fill a glossy, lightly thickened broth. This classic Chinese 羹 (geng) is mild and savory, with a ground-beef shortcut to make prep easier.
Tangy, peppery broth with chicken, mushrooms, and crunchy bamboo shoots makes this a good pick when you want bolder flavor. It uses cooked chicken or turkey and comes together in about 30 minutes.
Bone-in chicken thighs give this soup a rich chicken flavor, with tender shredded meat and soft, flowing egg ribbons. It’s a heartier one-pot version of egg drop soup, ready in about 40 minutes.
Juicy wonton-style meatballs, bok choy, and silky wonton wrappers bring those familiar wonton-soup flavors to one pot. I love this version when I want all that comfort without having to fold and wrap each wonton.
Homemade wontons filled with sweet shrimp and shiitake mushrooms sit in a light, savory broth with seaweed, scallions, and sesame oil. Make and freeze the wontons ahead for an easier soup night.
Naturally sweet kabocha squash blends into a creamy soup with ginger, turmeric, and coconut milk. Choose this one for a gently sweet, earthy bowl that fits beautifully into a fall or holiday meal.
Gather around a warm pot and cook a little as you eat. These are lovely choices for a relaxed dinner with friends or a cozy holiday meal.
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Hot Pot Broth—Three Flavors
5 from 2 votes
Choose light ginger-scallion chicken broth, creamy miso-soy broth, or spicy kimchi broth. These homemade soup bases are a great starting point for building your own hot pot with your favorite meats, seafood, tofu, and vegetables.
This is the hot pot we make every Christmas, with a creamy miso and soy milk broth that’s mellow, savory, and full of umami. Fill the pot with mushrooms, vegetables, tofu, and noodles for a satisfying plant-based meal to share.
Tangy kimchi, silky tofu, mushrooms, and softly cooked eggs make a savory, gently spicy Korean-inspired soup. Enjoy it with rice, or use its flavorful broth as a starting point for a hot pot spread.
For more inspiration, browse my full soup collection, with more brothy bowls, noodle soups, and seasonal favorites.
If you try one of these soups, leave a comment and tell me which one you made. I’d love to hear what’s simmering in your kitchen!
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