Description
Savory Egg Roll Soup Delight is a warm, comforting, and delicious dish inspired by the flavors of a classic egg roll, but in soup form! With a flavorful broth, seasoned ground pork, cabbage, and carrots, this soup delivers all the savory goodness of an egg roll without the deep-frying. It’s a perfect meal for cozy nights or as an appetizer for a larger feast.
Ingredients
- Ground Pork: 1 lb (can substitute with ground chicken or turkey)
- Cabbage: 2 cups shredded cabbage (green cabbage or napa cabbage)
- Carrots: 1 medium carrot, julienned or grated
- Garlic: 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Ginger: 1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced or grated
- Soy Sauce: 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- Sesame Oil: 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil (adds a rich, nutty flavor)
- Chicken Broth: 4 cups (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option)
- Green Onions: 2 stalks, chopped (for garnish)
- Mushrooms: 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms (optional)
- Rice Vinegar: 1 tablespoon (optional for extra tang)
- Red Pepper Flakes: 1/4 teaspoon (optional for some heat)
- Salt and Pepper: To taste
- Olive Oil: 1 tablespoon for sautéing the pork and vegetables
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.
- Add the Vegetables: Stir in the shredded cabbage, carrots, and mushrooms (if using). Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the cabbage begins to soften.
- Add the Broth and Soy Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and soy sauce. Stir to combine. Bring the soup to a simmer and cook for 10-12 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Season the Soup: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes or rice vinegar, depending on your preference for spice and tang.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped green onions. Optionally, drizzle with a little extra sesame oil for added flavor.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
- You can substitute the ground pork with any ground meat or keep it vegetarian by adding tofu or more vegetables.
- For an added crunch similar to egg rolls, consider topping the soup with crispy wonton strips.
- If you prefer a richer broth, you can add a tablespoon of hoisin sauce or oyster sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup, Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired, Comfort Food