Description
Vegan Vietnamese Pho Soup is a fragrant, plant-based version of the traditional Vietnamese pho. The rich, aromatic broth, combined with rice noodles, fresh vegetables, and herbs, creates a satisfying, nourishing meal perfect for any time of year.
Ingredients
- Rice noodles (pho noodles)
- Vegetable broth (or water)
- Onion (quartered)
- Fresh ginger (sliced)
- Star anise
- Cinnamon stick
- Cloves
- Soy sauce or tamari (for gluten-free option)
- Coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
- Lime juice (fresh)
- Fresh mushrooms (shiitake or button)
- Tofu (firm, cubed) – optional
- Fresh herbs (cilantro, basil, mint)
- Bean sprouts
- Green onions (sliced)
- Jalapeño or Thai chili (optional, for spice)
- Hoisin sauce (optional, for added flavor)
- Sriracha (optional, for spice)
- Thai basil or Vietnamese basil (optional, for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine the vegetable broth, onion, ginger, star anise, cinnamon stick, and cloves. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Let the broth simmer for about 30-45 minutes to allow the spices to infuse.
- While the broth is simmering, cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Once the broth has simmered, remove the onion, ginger, and spices (star anise, cinnamon, and cloves) from the pot.
- Stir in the soy sauce or tamari, coconut sugar, and lime juice. Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more soy sauce or sugar if necessary.
- In a separate pan, sauté the tofu (if using) until golden and crispy. Set aside.
- To serve, divide the cooked noodles into bowls. Pour the hot broth over the noodles.
- Top the pho with sliced mushrooms, crispy tofu, fresh herbs, bean sprouts, green onions, and jalapeño slices if desired.
- Serve with hoisin sauce, sriracha, and lime wedges on the side for extra flavor and spice.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, you can substitute a portion of the broth with coconut milk.
- If star anise is unavailable, fennel seeds can be used as a substitute.
- Frozen tofu works well for a more porous texture, which absorbs flavors better.
- Feel free to add more vegetables like bok choy, snow peas, or zucchini for a heartier soup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vietnamese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
