5 Delicious and Comforting Soups You Can Make at Home 🥣

1. Roasted Eggplant Soup

Smoky, creamy, and full of Mediterranean flavor. This soup captures the earthy taste of fire-roasted eggplant, making it a perfect warm starter for meat or chicken dishes.

Ingredients:

• 3 roasted eggplants (peeled and chopped)

• 2 tbsp cooking oil (~20 ml, preferably butter)

• 1.5 tbsp flour (~15 g)

• 1 cup milk (~200 ml)

• 5 cups water (~1 L)

• 1 tsp salt (~5 g)

• 1 tsp black pepper (~3 g)

• Optional: 1 clove garlic (crushed)

• Optional: red pepper powder

Preparation:

• Heat the oil in a pot and lightly sauté the optional garlic.

• Add the flour and stir until it turns slightly golden.

• Stir in the roasted eggplants.

• Gradually pour in the milk, then the water, whisking continuously to prevent lumps.

• Add salt and black pepper. Simmer on low heat for 10–15 minutes.

• For a smoother texture, blend the soup if desired.

• Sprinkle with red pepper powder before serving hot.

Serving Tip:
💡 Tip: The smoky aroma pairs beautifully with grilled meat or fresh bread.

2. Ezogelin Soup (Spiced Lentil Soup)

A Turkish classic! Ezogelin Soup combines red lentils, bulgur, and rice into a hearty, spicy, and nutritious bowl that keeps you full for hours — especially comforting on cold days.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup red lentils (~200 g)

• 2 tbsp bulgur (~30 g)

• 1 tbsp rice (~20 g)

• 1 medium onion (~120 g, chopped)

• 2 tbsp cooking oil (~30 ml)

• 1 tbsp tomato paste (~20 g)

• 1 tsp salt (~5 g)

• ½ tsp black pepper (~1 g)

• 1 tsp chili flakes (~2 g, optional)

• 1 tsp dried mint (~2 g)

• 7 cups water or broth (~1.7 L)

• Optional topping: 1 tbsp butter (~15 g)

Preparation:

• Sauté the chopped onion in oil until soft.

• Add the tomato paste and cook until fragrant.

• Add rinsed lentils, bulgur, and rice.

• Pour in the water or broth, and season with salt and spices.

• Cook over medium heat for about 30 minutes until grains soften.

• Blend for a smooth texture or leave it chunky.

• Optionally, drizzle melted butter on top before serving.

Serving Tip:
💡 Tip: Serve with lemon wedges and crusty bread for the perfect Turkish touch.

3. Creamy Corn Soup

This classic corn soup is smooth, mildly sweet, and full of comfort. The combination of milk, flour, and corn creates a velvety base — and using chicken or vegetable stock adds even more depth of flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 can corn (~300 g, drained)

• 2 tbsp flour (~20 g)

• 2 cups milk (~400 ml)

• 2 cups water or stock (~400 ml)

• 2 tbsp oil (~20 ml, preferably olive oil)

• 1 tsp salt (~3 g)

• ¼ tsp black pepper (~0.5 g)

• Optional: ¼ tsp paprika (~0.5 g)

• Optional: 1 tsp butter (~10 g)

• Garnish: corn kernels, chopped parsley, or croutons

Preparation:

• Heat oil in a pot and stir in the flour until fragrant.

• Slowly whisk in the milk to avoid lumps.

• Add water or stock and bring to a boil.

• Stir in the corn and season with salt and pepper.

• Simmer for 10–15 minutes.

• Blend partially for a smoother texture if desired.

• Add butter for extra richness.

• Garnish and serve hot.

Serving Tip:
💡 Tip: Add a touch of chili powder or garlic powder for extra warmth.

4. Ayran Aşı Soup (Yogurt, Wheat & Chickpea Soup)

A refreshing, tangy soup that’s perfect for summer days. It’s light, nutritious, and served cold — a wonderful mix of yogurt, wheat, and chickpeas that cools you down while keeping you full.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cooked wheat (~150 g)

• ½ cup cooked chickpeas (~75 g)

• 1 cup strained yogurt (~200 g)

• 1.5 cups water (~300 ml)

• ½ tsp salt (~2 g)

• Optional: 1 tsp dried mint (~0.5 g)

• Optional: 1 tsp olive oil (~5 ml)

Preparation:

• In a bowl, whisk the yogurt with water until smooth.

• Add the cooked wheat and chickpeas, then stir well.

• Season with salt.

• Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

• Before serving, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle dried mint on top.

Serving Tip:
💡 Tip: Serve cold with ice cubes or alongside grilled dishes for a cooling balance.

5. Broccoli Soup

Bright green, creamy, and full of nutrients — this broccoli soup is like a spoonful of nature’s goodness. Smooth and lightly creamy, it’s both healthy and comforting.

Ingredients:

• 500 g broccoli (cut into florets)

• 1 medium onion (~100 g, chopped)

• 2 cloves garlic (crushed)

• 2 tbsp oil (~30 g, preferably butter)

• 3 cups vegetable broth (~750 ml)

• ½ cup cream (~100 ml)

• 1 tsp salt (optional)

• ¼ tsp black pepper (optional)

Preparation:

• Heat oil in a pot, then sauté the onion until translucent.

• Add garlic and cook until fragrant.

• Add broccoli and stir for a few minutes.

• Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

• Cook for 10–12 minutes until the broccoli softens.

• Blend until smooth.

• Stir in the cream and season with salt and pepper.

• Serve hot.

Serving Tip:
💡 Tip: Top with grated cheese or roasted seeds for a gourmet touch.