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Healthy Egg Roll Soup

Savory Healthy Egg Roll Soup for Cozy Weeknight Dinners

Healthy Egg Roll Soup combines nostalgic flavors with a heartwarming broth, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Substitute with vegetable oil if desired
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken or Pork Alternatives include ground turkey, beef, or crumbled tofu
  • 1 medium Onion Shallots can work as a milder alternative
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is best
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Ground ginger can substitute, use less
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version
  • 1 cup Water Replace with additional broth for richer flavor
  • 2 cups Napa Cabbage Substitutes include bok choy or regular cabbage
  • 1 cup Carrots Frozen shredded carrots can be handy
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce or Tamari Coconut aminos can substitute for soy-free
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Can swap with apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha Omit for milder soup
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Arrowroot powder can replace it
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions For garnish
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Essential for seasoning

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Directions
  1. Start by gathering all your ingredients. Chop the onion, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger. Slice the napa cabbage and julienne the carrots.
  2. In a large pot, heat sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground meat, cook until browned, then drain excess fat.
  3. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir for 2-3 minutes until onion is translucent.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and water, bring to simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Once simmering, add cabbage and carrots. Cook for 5-7 minutes until cabbage is tender.
  6. Stir in soy sauce, rice vinegar, and optional Sriracha. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Mix cornstarch with cold water in a bowl, then add to soup while stirring. Cook for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  8. Garnish with green onions and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight containers for 3-4 days; do not add noodles until serving to maintain texture.

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