Vegetarian Pho
A hearty, flavorful and aromatic Vietnamese soup with a rich broth, fresh herbs, and noodles.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Sriracha - To taste
- Lime - 1, cut into wedges
- Fresh mint - 1/2 cup
- Fresh basil - 1/2 cup
- Bean sprouts - 1 cup
- Tofu - 1 block, firm
- Rice noodles - 8 ounces
- Fresh ginger - 1 piece, 2 inches
- Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
- Vegetable broth - 8 cups
- Coriander seeds - 1 tablespoon
- Cardamom pods - 3
- Cinnamon stick - 1
- Cloves - 6 pieces
- Star anise - 5 pieces
Let's Get Started
- Toast the star anise, cloves, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, and coriander seeds in a large pot over medium heat until fragrant.
- Add the vegetable broth, soy sauce, and ginger to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
- While the broth is simmering, prepare the rice noodles according to the package instructions.
- Drain and press the tofu to remove excess water, then cut into cubes.
- Strain the broth and return it to the pot. Add the tofu and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Divide the noodles between four bowls. Ladle the broth and tofu over the noodles.
- Top each bowl with bean sprouts, fresh basil, fresh mint, a lime wedge, and sriracha to taste.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Soup
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 50g
- Protein: 15g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 5g