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Easy One-Pot Egg Roll Soup recipe

One-Pot Egg Roll Soup

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This One Pot Egg Roll Soup delivers all the addictive, savory flavors of a Chinese egg roll—ginger, garlic, soy, and toasted sesame—without the wrapper or the deep frying. Loaded with tender ground pork, fresh cabbage, and carrots swimming in a rich, umami-packed broth, it is a healthy, low-carb dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes. It’s light enough for spring but comforting enough for chilly nights.

  • Total Time: 30
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

— The Soup Base —

1 lb (450g) ground pork (or ground turkey/chicken for a lighter version)

1 tablespoon sesame oil (divided)

1 medium yellow onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated (or 1 tsp ground ginger)

4 cups chicken broth (low sodium)

— The Veggies & Seasoning —

1 bag (14-16 oz) coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage and carrots)

2-3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)

1 teaspoon Sriracha or chili garlic sauce (optional, for heat)

Salt and black pepper to taste

— The Garnish —

2 green onions, sliced

Fried wonton strips (optional, for crunch)

Toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

1. **Brown the Meat:** Heat 1/2 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large Dutch oven or soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the ground pork (or turkey) and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until fully browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat if necessary.

2. **Sauté Aromatics:** Add the diced onion to the pot with the meat and sauté for 3–4 minutes until translucent. Add the minced garlic and fresh ginger, stirring constantly for 1 minute until fragrant (be careful not to burn the garlic).

3. **Build the Broth:** Pour in the chicken broth, soy sauce, and Sriracha (if using). Stir well to combine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

4. **Add Veggies:** Stir in the bag of coleslaw mix (cabbage and carrots). Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 5–7 minutes. You want the cabbage to be tender but still have a slight bite to it, not mushy.

5. **Finish:** Remove from heat. Stir in the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of sesame oil (adding it at the end preserves the nutty flavor). Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed.

6. **Serve:** Ladle into bowls and top generously with sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and fried wonton strips for that authentic ‘egg roll’ crunch.

Notes

Protein Swap: While pork is traditional for egg rolls, ground chicken or turkey works beautifully and makes the soup even lighter.

Dietary Modifications: This recipe is naturally Low-Carb and Keto-friendly (omit the wonton strips). For Gluten-Free, ensure you use Tamari or Coconut Aminos instead of regular soy sauce.

Freshness Factor: Using fresh ginger makes a huge difference in the flavor profile compared to dried powder. It gives the soup that ‘zesty’ spring quality.

Creamy Variation: For a creamy kick, whisk in 1 tablespoon of peanut butter or tahini into the broth while simmering.

  • Author: Anna Lovae
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 20
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian-American