Egg Roll Soup with a Flavorful Asian Twist Recipe
This Egg Roll Soup with a Flavorful Asian Twist is a comforting and delicious bowl inspired by classic egg rolls. Combining ground pork or chicken, fresh vegetables, and savory seasonings, this soup offers a nutritious, easy-to-make meal perfect for a cozy lunch or dinner. Enhanced with ginger, garlic, and soy sauce, it delivers authentic Asian flavors with a healthy and light broth base.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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Soup Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 lb ground pork (or ground chicken)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnish
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 boiled egg, halved (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Meat: In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the ground pork or chicken and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon to ensure even cooking.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and grated fresh ginger to the pot. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion softens and the mixture becomes fragrant.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in the shredded cabbage and shredded carrots, cooking for an additional 2 minutes so the vegetables begin to soften but maintain some texture.
- Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the chicken broth along with soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and ground black pepper. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Simmer the Soup: Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Optionally, add red pepper flakes for heat. Let the soup simmer gently for 10-15 minutes until the vegetables are tender and all flavors meld together.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the hot soup into bowls. Garnish with sliced green onions and optional boiled egg halves for an added protein and presentation boost.
Notes
- You can substitute ground chicken or turkey for pork as a leaner protein option.
- For a vegetarian version, replace ground meat with tofu and use vegetable broth instead.
- Adjust red pepper flakes according to your preferred spice level or omit completely.
- Leftover soup stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stovetop.
- Adding a dash of toasted sesame seeds or a drizzle of chili oil before serving adds extra flavor depth.
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