How to Make Vegetarian Pho (Vietnamese Noodle Soup) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Pho is a traditional Vietnamese noodle soup that has gained popularity all over the world. It is a hearty and flavorful soup that is typically made with beef or chicken, but there are also delicious vegetarian versions available. Vegetarian Pho is a savory and satisfying dish that is perfect for a cozy night in or a dinner party with friends.

The key to a great Vegetarian Pho is the rich and aromatic broth. Traditional Pho broth is made by simmering beef or chicken bones for hours to crea...

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Ingredients

  • 10 cups vegetable stock
  • 1 onion, peeled and halved
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 8 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
  • 2 (3 inch) cinnamon sticks
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 2 pods star anise
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 (16 ounce) package thin rice noodles (such as Thai Kitchen®)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, or as needed
  • 2 (14 ounce) packages firm tofu, drained and cut into 1/4-inch slices
  • 8 ounces enoki mushrooms
  • 4 scallions, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup coarsely chopped cilantro
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • 2 jalapeno peppers, sliced into rings
  • ¼ cup mung bean sprouts
  • ¼ cup Thai basil leaves, torn into bite-size pieces

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 4 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 34 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 bowls

  • Place vegetable stock, onion, soy sauce, garlic, cinnamon sticks, ground ginger, star anise, and bay leaves in a large pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until flavors combine, 30 to 45 minutes. Remove solids with a slotted spoon and keep broth hot.
  • Place noodles in a large bowl and cover with boiling water. Set aside until noodles are softened, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and rinse thoroughly. Divide noodles among 6 serving bowls.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add tofu in a single layer and fry, in batches, until golden brown, about 6 minutes per side.
  • Simmer fried tofu and mushrooms in broth until heated through, about 5 minutes. Transfer to serving bowls. Top with scallions and cilantro. Ladle in hot broth.
  • Serve lime wedges, jalapeno peppers, bean sprouts, and basil alongside for garnishing each bowl.
  • Nutrition

    483 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 1209mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 78g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 530mg
    • Iron: 9mg
    • Potassium: 535mg