Egg Roll Soup
A deconstructed egg roll in comforting soup form, this recipe combines savory ground pork, tender cabbage, and fragrant ginger in a light, umami-packed broth. Ready in under 30 minutes and perfect for chilly evenings or healthy meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb ground pork or ground chicken or turkey
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger finely grated
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Salt to taste
- Optional Garnishes: chopped green onions sesame seeds, sriracha drizzle
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Add the ground pork and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Drain any excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger.
- Sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
- Pour in chicken stock, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add shredded cabbage and carrots. Season with black pepper and salt.
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Notes
Use pre-shredded coleslaw mix to save time.
Swap in vegetable broth and mushrooms for a vegetarian version.