Description
Experience the comfort of a classic egg roll in a wholesome, hearty soup. This one-pot meal features savory ground beef simmered with crisp cabbage, fresh carrots, and aromatic ginger in a fragrant, soy-based broth. It is a perfect, time-saving weeknight dinner that delivers all the complex flavors of your favorite appetizer without the deep frying, making it an excellent choice for healthy meal prepping.
Ingredients
1 lb lean ground beef
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, diced
4 cups green cabbage, shredded
1 cup carrots, julienned
4 cups chicken broth (halal certified)
3 tbsp soy sauce
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the sesame oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
Add the ground beef and cook until browned, ensuring to scrape up the flavorful fond from the bottom.
Add the onion, garlic, and ginger, sautéing until fragrant and softened.
Stir in the shredded cabbage and carrots, cooking for about 3-5 minutes until they begin to wilt.
Pour in the chicken broth and soy sauce, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil.
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes until vegetables are tender.
Season with black pepper to taste.
Serve hot, garnished generously with fresh green onions.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For a heartier meal, you can add cooked rice or rice noodles before serving. Ensure your soy sauce is gluten-free if needed.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Meals
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired