Pork and Cabbage Soup

Pork and Cabbage Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender pork with crisp cabbage in a savory broth. This low-carb Chinese soup is perfect for a light meal, packed with nutrients and deliciousness.

Pork and Cabbage Soup
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Chinese
230 kcal

Ingredients

  • Pork tenderloin - 200 grams, sliced thinly
  • Green cabbage - 150 grams, shredded
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
  • Chicken broth - 500 ml, low sodium
  • Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon, low sodium
  • Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
  • Green onion - 2 stalks, sliced
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  2. Add the sliced pork tenderloin to the pot and cook until it turns slightly brown, about 5 minutes.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and soy sauce, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Once simmering, add the shredded cabbage and mix well. Let it cook for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender.
  5. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in the sliced green onions just before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 230
  • Protein: 28 g
  • Carbs: 7 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg
  • Total Fat: 9 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, promoting muscle repair and growth.
  • Rich in vitamins C and K from cabbage, supporting immune health.

Tags

ChineseLow CarbSoup