Asian Cabbage Soup with Ground Meat Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 tbspolive oil
- 1 lbground meat
ground beef, lamb, turkey, chicken, or plant-based ground meat like Beyond Burger or Impossible Burger
- 1onion
- 1 tspsalt
- 4 clovegarlic
- 1 tbspfresh ginger
- ¼ tspchili flakes
- ¼ tspblack pepper or 1/8 teaspoon white pepper
- 3 tbsprice vinegar
- 3 tbspsoy sauce or gluten-free Braggs
- 1 tbspsesame oil
- 1red bell pepper
- 2 stalkcelery
- ½a large cabbage
about 6 cups, purple, green, or napa
- ½ cscallions
- 6 cchicken
beef, or vegetable broth
- Sriracha or red chili paste
- Cilantro
- Sesame seeds
- Additional sesame oil drizzle
Directions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a heavy-bottom pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground meat, diced onion, and salt. Stir and break apart the meat, cooking until it is browned and fully cooked through, about 6 minutes.
- 2
Reduce heat to medium. Add chopped garlic, grated ginger, chili flakes, and black or white pepper. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the garlic and ginger release their fragrant flavors.
- 3
Add the chopped red bell pepper (or carrot), diced celery, and diced cabbage to the pot. Sauté for a few minutes, then pour in the broth. Bring the soup to a simmer, cover with a lid, reduce heat to low, and gently simmer for 10-15 minutes until the cabbage softens.
- 4
Stir in rice vinegar, soy sauce, and toasted sesame oil. Taste and adjust by adding more soy sauce or vinegar to suit your preference. Add sriracha or red chili paste for desired heat. Stir in the sliced scallions. If the broth is too salty, dilute with a splash of water.
- 5
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with additional scallions, cilantro, sesame seeds, or a drizzle of sesame oil. Serve hot, optionally over rice or noodles for a more filling meal.
Asian Cabbage Soup with Ground Meat Recipe
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About this Recipe
Savor the Flavor: Your New Favorite Asian Cabbage Soup with Ground Meat Recipe
Looking for a hearty, flavorful, and nutritious soup that comes together in a flash? This Asian Cabbage Soup with Ground Meat is exactly what you need! Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a satisfying meal prep option, this recipe packs a punch of savory, spicy, and tangy notes in every comforting spoonful. It's an easy soup recipe that doesn't compromise on taste or health.
What makes this cabbage soup truly special is its incredible versatility and rich flavor profile. We combine your choice of ground meat – whether you prefer ground beef, turkey, chicken, or even a plant-based alternative – with a vibrant mix of fresh vegetables like crisp bell pepper and tender cabbage. The magic happens with the aromatic base of garlic, ginger, and chili flakes, all brought together by a dynamic broth featuring tangy rice vinegar, umami-rich soy sauce, and fragrant toasted sesame oil.
This healthy soup is not only delicious but also incredibly simple to customize. Want more heat? Add extra chili flakes or a swirl of Sriracha. Prefer different vegetables? Finely diced carrots or mushrooms would be wonderful additions. It's designed to be flexible, making it the ultimate ground meat soup for busy evenings. Top your bowl with fresh cilantro, a sprinkle of sesame seeds, and an extra drizzle of sesame oil for an authentic finish. Get ready to enjoy a deeply satisfying meal that will become a go-to in your kitchen!