Description
Savory Egg Roll Soup Delight is a comforting and flavorful soup inspired by the classic egg roll filling. This easy-to-make recipe features ground pork sautéed with aromatic garlic and ginger, combined with shredded cabbage, carrots, and mushrooms, all simmered in a savory chicken broth seasoned with soy sauce and sesame oil. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal, this soup is hearty, warm, and packed with delicious Asian-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb ground pork (can substitute with ground chicken or turkey)
Vegetables
- 2 cups shredded cabbage (green cabbage or napa cabbage)
- 1 medium carrot, julienned or grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced or grated
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms (optional)
- 2 stalks green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Liquids and Condiments
- 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option)
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil (adds a rich, nutty flavor)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (optional for extra tang)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing the pork and vegetables
Spices
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for some heat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Pork: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground pork and cook, breaking it up into small pieces with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sauté the Aromatics: Add the minced garlic and ginger to the pot and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant, stirring continuously to prevent burning.
- Add the Vegetables: Stir in the shredded cabbage, carrots, and mushrooms if using. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage begins to soften but still retains some crunch.
- Add the Broth and Soy Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and soy sauce, stirring to combine all ingredients. Bring the soup to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 10-12 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the vegetables to fully tenderize.
- Season the Soup: Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes or rice vinegar to add desired spice and tang.
- Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls. Garnish with chopped green onions and optionally drizzle a little extra toasted sesame oil on top for enhanced flavor before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute ground pork with ground chicken or turkey for a leaner version.
- Mushrooms are optional but add a nice texture and umami flavor.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to control the salt content in the soup.
- For a vegetarian version, replace ground meat with tofu crumbles and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- Add a touch of rice vinegar at the end for a subtle tang that brightens the soup.
- Adjust red pepper flakes according to desired spice level or omit for no heat.
- Serve with steamed rice or noodles for a more filling meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
