Savory Beef Egg Roll Soup
This Savory Beef Egg Roll Soup combines rich flavors of ground beef with fresh vegetables in a comforting broth. It’s a quick and hearty meal perfect for any chilly evening.
- Author: Layla
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups coleslaw mix (or shredded cabbage and carrots)
- 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced (or any preferred mushroom)
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Salt to taste
- In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat for about 1 minute. Once the oil shimmers, add the finely chopped onion. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
- Add 3 cloves of minced garlic and 1 tablespoon of grated fresh ginger to the pot. Stir continuously for about 1 minute, or until the mixture becomes aromatic. Be careful not to let the garlic burn, as it can turn bitter.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and add 1 lb of ground beef to the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon until it’s browned and no longer pink. Make sure to drain any excess fat if necessary.
- Pour in 4 cups of low-sodium chicken broth and stir in 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, and 1 teaspoon of rice vinegar. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Once boiling, add 2 cups of coleslaw mix and 1 cup of sliced shiitake mushrooms to the pot. Stir well and reduce the heat to medium-low. Allow it to simmer for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still vibrant in color.
- Season the soup with 1/2 teaspoon of ground black pepper and 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes, if desired. Taste and adjust the salt, as needed. Remember, the soy sauce adds saltiness, so go easy!
- In a small bowl, beat 2 large eggs. Slowly drizzle the eggs into the soup while stirring gently in a circular motion. This will create beautiful ribbons of egg in your soup. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the eggs are just set.
- Remove the pot from heat and serve immediately, garnishing each bowl with thinly sliced green onions. Enjoy while hot for the best experience!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
Keywords: Don't rush the browning of the beef for added flavor. Use a pot with a heavy bottom to prevent sticking, and adjust the heat level with red pepper flakes to your preference.