Cozy One-Pot Egg Roll Soup (Print Version)

Savory pork, ginger, and cabbage in a warming broth inspired by egg roll flavors.

# Components:

→ Soup Base

01 - 1 pound ground pork
02 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
04 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
05 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
06 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
07 - 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth

→ Vegetables

08 - 1 cup shredded carrots
09 - 4 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
10 - 0.5 cup green onions, chopped

→ Finishing Touches

11 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
12 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
13 - 2 large eggs, beaten
14 - Red pepper flakes or sriracha to taste

# Directions:

01 - Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add ground pork and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, for 5 to 7 minutes until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat if necessary.
02 - Add diced onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger to the pork. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until onions are translucent and fragrant.
03 - Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Mix well to coat the pork and aromatics thoroughly.
04 - Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
05 - Add shredded carrots and thinly sliced cabbage. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes until vegetables are tender.
06 - If using, slowly drizzle in the beaten eggs while gently stirring the soup in a circular motion to create silky egg ribbons.
07 - Taste and adjust with salt and black pepper as needed.
08 - Ladle soup into bowls and top with reserved green onions. Add red pepper flakes or sriracha if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and Easy: Ready in just 30 minutes using only one pot for minimal cleanup.
  • Low Carb & Healthy: Packed with fresh cabbage, carrots, and lean protein, making it naturally diet-friendly.
  • Customizable: Easily adapted for vegetarian, gluten-free, or dairy-free preferences.
  • Flavor-Packed: Fresh ginger and sesame oil provide a deep, aromatic base that mimics a traditional egg roll filling.
02 -
  • Fat Management: Be sure to drain the excess fat after browning the pork to prevent the soup from becoming too oily.
  • Egg Ribbon Technique: Stir the soup in one direction and pour the egg in a thin stream to get the best silk-like consistency.
  • Sodium Control: Using low-sodium broth allows you to control the saltiness, especially since soy sauce already adds a significant salty element.
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