#Egg Roll Soup: The Ultimate Comfort Dish
Love egg rolls but not a fan of deep frying? Why not try turning your favorite appetizer into a comforting soup! This Egg Roll Soup is a hearty yet healthy dish that packs all the iconic flavors of egg rolls into one nourishing bowl. You don’t have to wait for the weekend to get your comfort food fix, just whip it up any weekday with ease.
##Why Make This Recipe
This recipe transforms your favorite egg roll ingredients into a soothing bowl of soup, perfect for cold winter days or when you need to whip up a quick and satisfying meal. It’s healthier than traditional fried egg rolls and a great way to pack more veggies into your day. Also, it’s versatile – you can swap ingredients in and out depending on what you have on hand or prefer.
##How to Make Egg Roll Soup
###Ingredients :
– 1 tablespoon sesame oil
– 1 pound ground pork or chicken
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
– 1/2 medium onion, diced
– 1 medium carrot, julienned
– 4 cups cabbage, shredded
– 4 cups chicken broth
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
– 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
– 2 green onions, sliced
– Salt and pepper, to taste
###Directions :
1. Heat sesame oil in a pot, then add ground pork or chicken and cook until brown, breaking it up as it cooks.
2. Mix in garlic, ginger, and onion. Sauté until the onion appears translucent and the garlic and ginger release their aroma.
3. Add carrot and cabbage and let them cook until slightly soft.
4. Pour in the chicken broth and let the mixture gently boil.
5. Stir in soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sriracha (if you want some heat). Season with salt and pepper to your taste and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
6. Serve hot with sliced green onions sprinkled on top for garnish.
##How to Serve Egg Roll Soup
Serve this wholesome Egg Roll Soup with crunchy Asian-style salad and a serving of steamed or fried rice for a complete meal. You can also pair it with light appetizers like dumplings or spring rolls.
##How to Store Egg Roll Soup
Keep your leftover Egg Roll Soup in an airtight container and put it in the fridge. It tastes even better the next day as the flavors intensify. To reheat, just microwave it for a few minutes until hot. Make sure to stir it well before eating.
##Tips to Make Egg Roll Soup
– For a heartier version, add cooked noodles to the soup before serving.
– For a vegetarian version, you can substitute the meat with tofu or mushrooms and the chicken broth with vegetable broth.
##Variations
This soup is pretty flexible. Feel free to experiment with different veggies such as bell peppers, bean sprouts, or bok choy. You can also add different spices such as five-spice for extra depth.
##FAQs
1. Can I use store-bought chicken broth? Yes, using store-bought chicken broth works perfectly fine.
2. Can I skip the sriracha? If you’re not big on spices, feel free to omit sriracha.
3. Can I use frozen veggies in this soup? Yes, just make sure to thaw them first and adjust the cooking time as they tend to cook faster.