Description
Comforting egg roll soup delivers Chinese-inspired flavors in a warm, hearty bowl that combines classic takeout elements with homemade goodness. Packed with savory vegetables, tender proteins, and a richly seasoned broth, this soup brings restaurant magic straight to home kitchens.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground pork (or ground turkey/chicken)
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 2 cups shredded cabbage (green or Napa cabbage)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- ½ cup sliced green onions (plus extra for garnish)
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil (or vegetable oil)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for a thicker soup)
Optional Toppings:
- Crispy wonton strips
- Sesame seeds
- Additional green onions
Instructions
- Initiate the meat preparation by browning the selected ground protein in a spacious pot over medium-high temperature, methodically breaking down the meat while ensuring complete cooking and draining any excess fat.
- Introduce aromatics including onions, minced garlic, and grated ginger into the pot, sautéing until a fragrant profile develops and vegetables turn translucent.
- Incorporate shredded cabbage and julienned carrots, stirring continuously and allowing vegetables to soften and release their natural flavors for approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Create the foundational liquid base by pouring chicken broth, complementing with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a drizzle of sesame oil, thoroughly mixing all components.
- Elevate the liquid to a rolling boil, then immediately reduce heat, permitting the soup to gently simmer and allowing ingredients to harmonize their flavors for 12-15 minutes.
- Perform a taste evaluation, calibrating seasoning with additional soy sauce, vinegar, or optional red pepper flakes to achieve desired flavor intensity.
- Transfer the aromatic soup into serving vessels, embellishing with thinly sliced green onions, a sprinkle of sesame seeds, and optionally, a perfectly prepared soft-boiled egg for enhanced texture and visual appeal.
Notes
- Swap ground meat with plant-based crumbles or tofu for a vegetarian version that maintains the hearty texture and flavor profile.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt levels, allowing more precise seasoning control during cooking.
- Chop vegetables uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture throughout the soup, preventing some pieces from becoming mushy while others remain undercooked.
- Enhance soup’s nutritional value by adding extra vegetables like bok choy, mushrooms, or bell peppers for added vitamins and varied texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg