Buying a large soup pot sounds simple, but what size do you actually need? Is 24 cm large enough for daily use, when do you choose 28 cm, and for whom is a 32 cm soup pot interesting?
The right size depends not only on the number of people you are cooking for. The type of dish, the amount of liquid, and how many portions you want to prepare at the same time also play an important role.
In this guide, we explain what you should pay attention to when choosing a soup pot. Would you like to view the different models immediately? Then take a look at the soup pots at TEKZEN.
What is a soup pot?
A soup pot is a relatively deep pot in which you have enough space for liquid and larger quantities of ingredients.
As the name suggests, you can prepare soup in it, but a deep pot is much more versatile. Depending on the model, you can also use it for pasta, sauce, stews, and other preparations that require a lot of space.
That is why you will find soup pots in the complete collection of pots and pans at TEKZEN, alongside items such as cooking pots, roasting pans, woks, pressure cookers, and couscous pots.
What size soup pot should you choose?
When choosing a soup pot, two sizes are particularly important: the diameter and the capacity.
The diameter tells you how wide the pot is. The capacity in liters indicates how much volume the pot actually has.
Two pots with approximately the same diameter do not automatically have to have the same capacity. The height and shape of the pot also play a role here.
Therefore, do not look solely at centimeters, but always check the stated capacity and dimensions for the specific product.
24 cm soup pot: compact for daily use
A 24 cm soup pot is a relatively compact size when compared to 28 or 32 cm models.
This makes this size interesting when you regularly prepare smaller to medium-sized quantities and do not need a very large pot every time.
A 24 cm pot can, for example, be used for soup, pasta, sauce, and various other dishes, depending on the model's actual capacity.
Within the current collection of soup pots at TEKZEN, you will find a Cheffinger soup pot/deep roasting pan of 24 cm with a marble coating.
28 cm soup pot: more room for larger portions
If you regularly prepare larger quantities, a 28 cm soup pot might be more interesting.
The larger diameter gives you more room for ingredients and liquid. This can be pleasant when, for example, you are making a hearty meal soup or want to prepare multiple portions at the same time.
Extra capacity can also be useful if you like to cook ahead. You can then make multiple portions at once and store a part for later according to the correct storage guidelines.
TEKZEN also has a 28 cm Cheffinger model in its current collection.
32 cm soup pot: for large quantities
A 32 cm soup pot is interesting when you are deliberately looking for a lot of capacity.
This size gives you plenty of space for soup, pasta, stews, and other large preparations.
A large pot can be especially practical when you regularly cook for a larger household, receive guests, or want to prepare multiple portions simultaneously.
Within the current collection, 32 cm is the largest size of the Cheffinger soup pots at TEKZEN.
How many liters of soup pot do you need per person?
It is tempting to stick to one fixed amount of liters per person, but in practice, that does not work for every dish.
A light soup as a starter, for example, requires much less per person than a hearty meal soup served as a full meal.
In addition, you should not fill a pot completely to the brim. You need enough space to add ingredients and to stir safely without the contents spilling over the edge.
Therefore, use the number of people as an indication and then look at what you actually want to prepare.
Which soup pot for 1 or 2 people?
If you mainly cook for one or two people, you usually do not have to automatically choose the largest soup pot.
A more compact pot is easier to handle and takes up less space on your cooktop and in the kitchen cupboard.
On the other hand, if you like to make multiple portions at once to store for later, a larger size may still be interesting.
Which soup pot for a family?
For a family, extra capacity often becomes more important.
Especially with hearty soups, vegetables, meat, legumes, broth, and other ingredients can take up quite a lot of space together.
A larger soup pot gives you more room to maneuver while cooking and makes it easier to prepare multiple portions at once.
Which size is ultimately suitable depends on the size of your household and the quantities you usually make.
Which soup pot for a large family or guests?
If you regularly cook for many people, a large soup pot can be much more practical than several small pots.
A size of, for example, 32 cm gives you significantly more space than a compact model.
Always check the actual capacity in liters when doing so. The diameter alone does not tell you exactly how much soup fits into the pot.
What size soup pot for vegetable soup?
Vegetable soup can take up a surprising amount of space, especially when you use various fresh vegetables.
Besides the broth, there must be enough room left for all the ingredients and to be able to stir the soup properly.
If you are making a small amount, a more compact pot may suffice. For a large pot of meal soup or multiple portions, a larger model is more practical.
What size soup pot for pea soup?
For thick soups like pea soup, extra capacity can be pleasant.
These types of dishes often contain many ingredients and are stirred regularly during cooking. With enough room in the pot, you can work more easily.
Therefore, do not choose based solely on the final number of bowls of soup, but also take into account all the ingredients in the pot during preparation.
Can you also use a soup pot for pasta?
Yes, a spacious deep pot can also be practical for cooking pasta.
Especially when cooking for several people, you need enough water and space.
A larger soup pot can therefore fulfill multiple functions in the kitchen.
Always pay attention to the maximum safe fill height of the relevant pot.
Soup pot or cooking pot: what is the difference?
A soup pot and an ordinary cooking pot look similar, but a soup pot is especially interesting when you are looking for more capacity and a deep shape.
For potatoes, vegetables, or smaller daily preparations, a regular cooking pot may be sufficient. If you regularly make larger quantities of soup, pasta, or other dishes, a spacious soup pot can be more practical.
Therefore, both types of pots can be used perfectly alongside each other.
Soup pot or roasting pan?
There is also an overlap between a soup pot and a roasting pan.
A soup pot is practical for preparations with a lot of liquid due to its deep shape. A roasting pan is often used for dishes that are roasted or stewed.
The current Cheffinger models within the TEKZEN collection are offered as both a soup pot and a deep roasting pan. This allows you to use the same pot for various suitable preparations.
Do you want to compare other models? Then check out the complete collection of pots and pans at TEKZEN.
Soup pot or pressure cooker?
A pressure cooker works differently than a regular soup pot.
With a pressure cooker, the pot is sealed and pressure is built up during heating. This allows suitable dishes to be prepared faster.
A regular soup pot works without this sealed high-pressure preparation and is therefore easier to use for traditional soups, pasta, and all kinds of daily dishes.
Do you want to cook under pressure? Then check out the pressure cookers at TEKZEN. Within this collection, you will currently find various stainless steel models ranging from 4 to 8 liters.
What size pressure cooker as an alternative?
When you especially want to prepare soups, meat dishes, or legumes faster, a pressure cooker can be an interesting alternative.
TEKZEN currently has pressure cookers of 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 liters. This allows you to match the capacity to the quantities you usually prepare with this type of pot as well.
However, a pressure cooker does require a different way of cooking. Always adhere to the maximum fill quantity, safety regulations, and usage instructions of the specific model.
Is a large soup pot always better?
No. A large pot gives you more capacity, but it also takes up more space.
A large soup pot must fit on your cooktop, requires more storage space, and can become quite heavy when filled.
When you almost always make small quantities, an enormous pot can therefore be impractical.
The best size is the pot that offers sufficient room for the dishes you actually make, without being structurally much larger than necessary.
Pay attention to the size of your cooktop
With large pots, it is wise to also look at your cooktop.
A 32 cm pot naturally takes up more space than a 24 cm model. Especially when using multiple pots at the same time, that difference can be important.
For induction, also look at the recommended dimensions of your cooktop's cooking zones.
Which soup pot for induction?
If you cook on induction, the pot must be suitable for it.
Therefore, always check the product specifications for every pot before using it. Within the extensive pot and pan assortment of TEKZEN, you will find various pots that are suitable for induction.
Soup pot with coating: what should you pay attention to?
The current Cheffinger soup pots within the TEKZEN collection have a marble coating.
For a coated pot, use kitchen utensils that are suitable for the relevant surface and follow the product's maintenance instructions.
This prevents unnecessary damage and keeps the cooking surface in good condition for as long as possible.
24, 28 or 32 cm: which soup pot suits you?
The size you need ultimately depends mainly on your cooking habits.
- 24 cm: interesting for smaller to medium-sized daily preparations;
- 28 cm: more room for larger portions and families;
- 32 cm: plenty of capacity for large quantities, cooking ahead, or multiple people.
Use this breakdown as a practical indication and always check the actual capacity of the chosen pot as well.
Buying a soup pot at TEKZEN
The right soup pot gives you enough space for the dishes you regularly make. Therefore, do not only look at the diameter, but also at capacity, depth, material, coating, and suitability for your cooktop.
Within the current collection, you will find Cheffinger soup pots/deep roasting pans of 24, 28, and 32 cm with a marble coating.
View and compare the soup pots at TEKZEN or discover the complete assortment of pots and pans at TEKZEN for other sizes and types of pots.