Pozole is a type of Mexican soup. The characteristic feature of this dish is that the corn kernels are previously boiled for several hours in a weak lime solution. ¹⁾

Laksa is a soup popular in Southeast Asia, mainly in Malaysia, Singapore as well as Australia. It is prepared from red curry paste and coconut milk served with noodles (Yellow Mee or thick Vermicelli) and ingredients such as shrimp, chicken, squid, fish pieces, mung bean sprouts, bok choy (Chinese cabbage), slices of traditional fish cake, minced dried shrimp, tofu or chili sambal paste. ²⁾

Minestrone is an Italian soup based on vegetables, mainly zucchini, green beans, carrots, green peas, and spinach. It is the most popular and widely consumed dish in many parts of Italy. It is served in various ways: with fine pasta, rice, croutons, or as a vegetable purée. There is no strict recipe for minestrone. The composition of the soup varies in different regions of Italy. ³⁾

Gazpacho is a popular Spanish cold soup that usually consists of raw vegetables, vinegar, and olive oil with the addition of softened bread. The most common variety is the Andalusian, based on tomatoes, preferably very ripe and soft, to which vinegar, olive oil, garlic, paprika, green cucumber, and bread are usually added. ⁴⁾

Czernina is a traditional Polish soup. The basic ingredients are broth and blood, usually from a duck or hen. To prevent the blood from clotting, vinegar and sugar are added, giving the soup a sweet and sour taste. ⁵⁾