Easy Egg Roll Soup (with Turkey & Cabbage!)

Craving the delicious flavors of an egg roll without the wrapper? This Easy Turkey Cabbage Egg Roll Soup is exactly what you need! It's a nourishing, delicious, and incredibly easy soup packed with savory ground turkey, tender cabbage, fragrant ginger and garlic, all simmered in a flavorful broth. I absolutely love making this Egg Roll Soup because it delivers all that classic takeout taste in a healthier, comforting soup format. It's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a light yet satisfying meal, fantastic any time of year!

Why You'll Love This Turkey Cabbage Egg Roll Soup

• Egg Roll Flavors, No Wrapper: Enjoy the delicious taste of egg rolls in a healthy soup form.
• Quick and Easy: Comes together quickly on the stovetop, perfect for busy nights.
• Healthy and Nourishing: Packed with lean ground turkey, cabbage, and flavorful broth.
• One-Pot Meal: Simple cleanup since everything cooks in one large pot or Dutch oven.
• Comforting: A warm, savory soup that's incredibly satisfying.

Ingredients for Turkey Cabbage Egg Roll Soup

Here's what you'll need to make this flavorful and easy soup. The full list with measurements is in the recipe card below.

Main Ingredients

• Ground turkey (or chicken, pork…) (Meat)
• Canola oil (or coconut oil) (Oil)
• White onion, diced (Vegetable)
• Green cabbage, sliced into strips (Vegetable)
• Chicken broth (low-sodium) (Liquid)
• Soy sauce (or coconut amino) (Condiment)
• Garlic, minced (Aromatic)
• Fresh ginger, grated (Aromatic)
• Sesame oil (Flavoring)
• Green onion, chopped (Vegetable)

Seasoning

• Sea salt (Seasoning)
• Sriracha, or to taste (optional) (Condiment)

(Note: the full ingredients list, including measurements, is provided in the recipe card below.)

Variations

I love the simple goodness of this Turkey Cabbage Egg Roll Soup, but here are some variations:

• Different Meat: Use ground chicken, ground pork, or even crumbled tofu for a vegetarian version.
• Add More Veggies: Toss in some shredded carrots, sliced mushrooms, water chestnuts, or bean sprouts.
• Make it Spicy: Increase the amount of Sriracha or add red pepper flakes.
• Add Noodles: Stir in some cooked rice noodles or ramen noodles at the end.
• Crispy Wonton Strips: Garnish with crispy wonton strips for that egg roll crunch!

How to Make Turkey Cabbage Egg Roll Soup

Let me show you how simple it is to make this delicious Egg Roll Soup:

Cook the Turkey

1. Using a large pot or Dutch oven, I brown the ground turkey over medium heat, seasoning it lightly with salt as it cooks.
2. Once the turkey meat is cooked through and no longer pink, I set it aside on a separate plate.

Sauté Onion

1. I heat the canola oil (or coconut oil) in the same pot over medium heat.
2. I add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until it becomes lightly translucent.

Simmer the Soup

1. I pour in the chicken broth.
2. I add the sliced cabbage, the cooked ground turkey, Sriracha (if I'm using it), soy sauce (or coconut aminos), minced garlic, and grated ginger.
3. I mix everything well to combine.
4. I bring the Turkey Egg Roll Soup to a low simmer and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the cabbage is wilted and tender to my liking.

Finish and Serve

1. I taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with more salt or soy sauce if needed.
2. I stir in the dash of sesame oil - this adds a lovely toasted aroma!
3. I top the Turkey Cabbage Egg Roll Soup with sliced green onions.
4. Serve

Tips and Tricks for the BEST Egg Roll Soup

Here are my secrets for making this Egg Roll Soup truly exceptional:

• Brown the Turkey: Taking the time to brown the ground turkey adds depth of flavor compared to just simmering it raw.
• Fresh Ginger and Garlic: Use fresh aromatics for the best, most vibrant flavor.
• Don't Overcook Cabbage: Simmer just until the cabbage reaches your desired tenderness - some like it softer, some prefer a slight crunch.
• Sesame Oil at the End: Stirring in the toasted sesame oil right before serving preserves its delicate nutty aroma.
• Taste and Adjust: Soy sauce and broth provide saltiness, so taste before adding extra salt. Adjust Sriracha to your heat preference.

How to Serve

This Turkey Cabbage Egg Roll Soup is a fantastic meal on its own! Serve it hot, garnished with:

• Sliced green onions
• A drizzle of sesame oil
• Extra Sriracha or chili garlic sauce
• Crispy wonton strips or chow mein noodles

Make Ahead and Storage

This soup is great for making ahead, and the flavors often meld nicely overnight! Store leftover Egg Roll Soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave. This soup also freezes well for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

FAQs about Turkey Cabbage Egg Roll Soup

• Can I use a different type of cabbage?
  • Yes, Napa cabbage or Savoy cabbage would also work well. Standard green cabbage is hearty and holds up nicely.
• Is this soup very spicy?
  • The spice level depends entirely on whether you add Sriracha or other hot sauces. As written without optional heat, it's savory, not spicy.
• Can I make this gluten-free?
  • Absolutely! Use gluten-free tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce, and ensure your chicken broth is certified gluten-free.

Enjoy this healthy, flavorful, and incredibly easy Turkey Cabbage Egg Roll Soup! It's all the taste you love, right in a comforting bowl.

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