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Egg Roll Soup with Green Onions

Savory Egg Roll Soup with Green Onions

A comforting Egg Roll Soup with Green Onions, combining savory ground pork, ginger, and vibrant cabbage for a quick and satisfying meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 pound Ground Pork Can substitute with ground chicken or turkey.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Diced.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Grated.
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use gluten-free tamari for dietary restrictions.
  • 2 teaspoons Sesame Oil
  • 6 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth Vegetable broth for vegetarian option.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can substitute.
For the Vegetables
  • 4 cups Green Cabbage Thinly sliced.
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots Can substitute with red bell pepper.
  • 4 stalks Green Onions Reserve some for garnish.
Optional Ingredients
  • 2 whole Beaten Eggs Optional for added richness.
  • to taste Red Pepper Flakes or Sriracha Optional for adjusting heat.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Always season to taste.

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat over medium-high heat and add ground pork. Brown the meat for 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Add diced yellow onion, minced garlic, and grated fresh ginger to the pot. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until the onion turns translucent.
  3. Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar into the pot. Pour in low-sodium chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
  4. Once boiling, add shredded carrots and thinly sliced cabbage. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until cabbage is tender.
  5. If using eggs, gradually drizzle in beaten eggs while stirring gently to create delicate ribbons.
  6. Taste the soup and adjust with salt and pepper as needed. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 22gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best texture, store leftover soup without added eggs and consume within 3-4 days. Freeze for up to 3 months.

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