Flavor-packed soup with ground pork, cabbage, ginger, and aromatic vegetables in a savory broth.
# Components:
→ Protein and Aromatics
01 - 1 lb ground pork
02 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
04 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
05 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
→ Vegetables
06 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
07 - 1 cup shredded carrots
08 - 4 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
09 - ½ cup green onions, chopped
→ Broth and Seasonings
10 - 6 cups chicken broth
11 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
12 - Salt and pepper to taste
→ Optional Add-Ins
13 - 2 eggs, beaten
14 - Red pepper flakes or sriracha to taste
# Directions:
01 - Add ground pork to a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Break up with a wooden spoon and cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Drain excess fat if needed.
02 - Add diced onion, garlic, and ginger to the pot. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and onions begin to soften.
03 - Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
04 - Add shredded carrots and sliced cabbage. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 minutes until tender. Stir in half the green onions.
05 - Slowly drizzle beaten eggs into simmering soup while stirring in circular motion to create delicate ribbons.
06 - Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or soy sauce. Ladle into bowls, garnish with remaining green onions, and add sriracha or red pepper flakes if desired.
