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Egg Roll Soup Recipe

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Egg Roll Soup captures all the classic takeout flavors of crispy egg rolls – pork, cabbage, carrots, ginger, garlic – transformed into hearty comforting bowl. Ready in 30 minutes with low-carb, gluten-free option perfect for meal prep or weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground pork (or chicken/turkey)
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil (or olive oil)
  • 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
  • 3 medium carrots (thinly sliced or matchsticks)
  • 4 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger (grated)
  • 1 small green cabbage (shredded, 6–8 cups)
  • 6 cups chicken broth (low-sodium)
  • ¼ cup soy sauce or coconut aminos
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 2 green onions (sliced)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • 1. Heat sesame oil in large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add ground pork, breaking apart with spoon. Cook 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat if needed.
  • 2. Add diced onion, carrots, garlic, and ginger to pot. Sauté 4-5 minutes until vegetables soften and fragrant.
  • 3. Add shredded cabbage, chicken broth, and soy sauce. Stir to combine. Bring to boil, then reduce heat to medium-low.
  • 4. Simmer uncovered 15-20 minutes until cabbage tender and flavors meld. Stir in toasted sesame oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  • 5. Serve hot garnished with sliced green onions. Optional: Top with crispy wonton strips, sriracha, or fried shallots.

Notes

  • Shred cabbage thin for faster cooking and better egg roll texture.
  • Fresh ginger essential don’t substitute powder for maximum flavor.
  • Coconut aminos perfect gluten-free soy sauce alternative.
  • Make ahead friendly; flavors improve day 2. Freezes 3 months.
  • Add mushrooms, celery, or bok choy for variety.

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Keywords: egg roll soup, asian cabbage soup, low carb egg roll soup

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