Recipe Roundup

41 Comforting Noodle Soup Recipes

From classic chicken noodle soup to invigorating curry-spiced broths and plenty of renditions on pho and ramen, these internationally-inspired, warming bowls of comfort are filled with the kind of soul-satisfaction that only slurpy, slippery noodles can provide.

By The Epicurious Editors

January 24, 2019

A bowl of chicken soup with egg noodles carrots and dill.

Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Food Styling by Olivia Mack Anderson
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Chicken Soup
This classic version of chicken soup comes from acclaimed New York Jewish delicatessen, the 2nd Ave Deli. And while you could enjoy it with matzoh balls or rice, we prefer wide, toothsome egg noodles.
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Quick Pork Ramen With Carrots, Zucchini, and Bok Choy
Forget the seasoning packet—carrots, zucchini, and bok choy give this comforting Japanese favorite a fresh upgrade in just 22 minutes.
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Pasta e Fagioli With Escarole
Plenty of garlic and Parmesan give a nice punch of flavor to this hearty vegetarian dinner.
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Noodles with Chilled Tomato Broth
Inspired by the Korean soup kuksi, this chilled tomato broth is topped with noodles and crunchy vegetables for a refreshing summer dinner.
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Old-Fashioned Chicken Noodle Soup
On a cold winter day, this hearty soup is a meal in itself.
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Wonton Soup With Mushroom-Zucchini "Meatballs"
Unstuffed wonton wrappers take the place of traditional dumplings in this simple and weeknight-friendly vegetarian soup.
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Nabeyaki Udon Soup With Chicken, Spinach, and Mushrooms
This classic Japanese soup is both nourishing and comforting—just the thing for those midwinter blues.
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The Greenest Coconut Curry with Clams and Rice Noodles
Coconut cream is what gives this soup its velvety richness. Otherwise it’d just be green juice and noodles!
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Gingery Chicken Soup With Zucchini “Noodles”
Not only is this immunity-boosting chicken soup just as comforting as your grandma’s, it's also gluten-free, thanks to spiralized zucchini “noodles.”
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Sumo Stew (Chanko Nabe) with Shrimp, Meatballs, and Bok Choy
Hearty without being heavy, this one-pot Japanese stew is brimming with mixed vegetables and tons of protein in a rich dashi broth.
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Turmeric-Ginger Chicken Soup
Chicken noodle soup never gets old. If you don’t have udon for this recipe, use rice noodles or regular old spaghetti. A small knob of fresh turmeric can replace the dried type.
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Sesame Arctic Char Donabe
This fortifying Japanese soup starts with a homemade dashi—stock made from seaweed and bonito flakes—which gives the dish a light, savory flavor.
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Coconut Rice Noodles with Ginger and Turmeric
Blooming the ginger, turmeric, and black pepper in oil is essential for releasing their aromatic properties into the sauce.
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Spicy Miso-Tahini Ramen
This super-oishii (delicious) spicy ramen bowl is made with basic pantry staples, such as miso paste and tahini, plus Sriracha for spice!
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