Soups are the ultimate comfort food for winter. To slurp on a bowl of hot soup on a winter night feels like a warm hug. And they can be prepared in a variety of flavors with lots of scope for customization. Tomato-flavored soups are the most common, but here we have 5 other varieties of this luscious comfort dish to enjoy this winter season.

Laksa

This South-East Asian curry soup is rich and decadent with a well-balanced flavor. The addition of coconut milk cuts out the acidity of the tamarind and chili paste to provide a wholesome dish you can enjoy any time of the day. Served with a variety of sides including noodle shrimp and chips, this dish is a whole meal in its own right.