Soup-er mistakes: 9 common soup mistakes to avoid

Boiling instead of simmering Boiling can cause your soup to become watery and flavourless. Simmer your soup gently to allow the flavours to develop.

Overcooking vegetables Overcooking vegetables or meat can lead to a mushy texture. Avoid overcooking and let it cook until tender-crisp for better flavour and texture.

Incorrect salt timing Add the right amount of salt to your soup towards the end for better flavour.

Not adding a thickener To avoid the runny texture of the soup, add a thickener like cornstarch to the soup and you’re done.

Adding dairy too early Avoid adding dairy to the soup too early as it may cause overcooking or even curdling. Add dairy towards the end to get the desired results.

Not tasting as you go Don’t forget to taste the soup throughout the cooking process to ensure that the soup is tailored according to your taste.

Using low-quality ingredients Ensure that you use fresh and high-quality ingredients as it has a direct impact on the taste of the soup.

Not seasoning properly Season your soup properly throughout the cooking process as a well-seasoned soup is a flavourful soup.

Adding pasta too early Adding pasta too early can cause them to become overcooked or mushy. Add pasta towards the end to ensure they are properly cooked.

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