Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground Pork Substitute with ground chicken or turkey if desired.
- 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Ginger Grated. Ground ginger can work in a pinch.
- 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Use gluten-free tamari if needed.
- 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
- 1 medium Yellow Onion Diced. Shallots work for a milder flavor.
- 6 cups Chicken Broth Low sodium. Use vegetable broth for vegetarian options.
- 1 cup Shredded Carrots Can be swapped for red bell pepper.
- 4 cups Green Cabbage Thinly sliced. Napa cabbage is a great alternative.
- 1/2 cup Green Onions Chopped. Hold back some for garnish.
- 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a suitable substitute.
- Salt and Pepper Season to taste.
- 2 Beaten Eggs Optional. Omit if you prefer a lighter dish.
- Red Pepper Flakes or Sriracha Optional. For a splash of heat.
Method
Cooking
- In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion is soft.
- Stir in the ground pork, cooking until it is browned and cooked through.
- Add the shredded carrots and sliced cabbage to the pot, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until the cabbage begins to soften.
- Pour in the chicken broth and soy sauce, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
- If using, stir in the rice vinegar and beaten eggs until combined.
- Season with salt, pepper, and the optional red pepper flakes or Sriracha for heat.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 22gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5g
Notes
Customize with your favorite veggies or proteins. Tofu is a great option for a vegetarian meal. For a thicker soup, let it simmer longer or add a cornstarch slurry.
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